Quick No-Bake Coconut Date Energy Balls
Small, naturally sweet energy balls made from coconut, dates, and nuts, perfect for a quick dessert or snack. This American-inspired recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, layers pitted Medjool dates, unsweetened shredded coconut, raw almonds into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup raw almonds
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a food processor, pulse 1 cup pitted Medjool dates, 1/2 cup raw almonds, 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/8 tsp sea salt until the mixture is finely chopped and begins to stick together, about 1-2 minutes.
- Step 2: Use your hands to roll the mixture into 12 equal-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Step 3: Roll each ball lightly in extra shredded coconut if desired for coating.
- Step 4: Place the energy balls on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
- Step 5: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
