Chewy No-Bake Coconut Date Energy Balls
Chewy no-bake energy balls made with Medjool dates, rolled oats, and shredded coconut for a naturally sweet, quick snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 10 energy balls
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, food processor
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 8 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons raw honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, at room temperature
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Process pitted dates in a food processor until small and sticky.
- Add rolled oats, shredded coconut, honey, coconut oil, and salt; process until crumbly and combined.
- Scoop mixture into 8–10 portions and roll into bite-sized balls.
- Place in an airtight container and refrigerate to firm up.
- Enjoy cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use soft Medjool dates for best texture.
- Do not over-process to maintain a chewy texture.
- Optional variations: add cinnamon, cardamom, nut butter, chocolate chips, or roll in extra coconut.
- Store in refrigerator for 3–4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Ideal for meal prep or grab-and-go snacks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
