Easy Vegan Chocolate Coconut Date Balls (No-Bake)
The vegan chocolate date balls are a no-bake treat that tastes indulgent but is made from whole ingredients. Fudgy, chocolatey, and rolled in shredded coconut.
Equipment
- food processor
- plate or tray lined with parchment paper
- measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup soft medjool dates, pittted about 8 dates
- ½ cup raw slivered or sliced almonds
- ½ cup raw chopped pecans
- ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tablespoons cacao powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water + 1 more if needed
- ⅛ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
Coconut Coating
- ¼ cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- First, feel your dates and make sure they are soft to the touch. If they aren't, soak them in hot water for at least 5 minutes to help them soften, then drain them.
- Add all ingredients to a food processor, pulse on high for about 30 seconds until a sticky, fudgy dough forms with small bits of nuts throughout. The dough should hold together easily when rolled. If too crumbly, add another tablespoon of water and pulse again.
- Scoop 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll into balls between your palms. Place on a parchment-lined tray. Recipe will make about 15-20 balls.
- Add shredded coconut to a shallow bowl and roll each ball until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
For smoother bites, pulse the nuts alone for 5-10 seconds before adding the remaining ingredients.
Store bites in the fridge for up to two weeks or in the freezer for up to two months. Let thaw for a few minutes before eating.