Gut Friendly Blueberry Lemon Date Truffles
These little no-bake bites pack a serious flavor punch — sweet Medjool dates and dried blueberries blended with bright lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and warm hints of Ceylon cinnamon and ginger. The combination creates a naturally rich, fudgy truffle that tastes indulgent without relying on refined sugar, dairy, or anything processed. Coconut flour helps bind everything together while keeping the texture dense and satisfying, and a roll in shredded coconut gives each truffle a delicate, slightly chewy finish. Every ingredient here is whole, recognizable, and chosen with a sensitive gut in mind — no mystery additives, no artificial sweeteners, just real food doing the heavy lifting. The food processor does most of the work in under two minutes, and after a short chill in the fridge they're firm, scoopable, and ready to eat. Keep a batch on hand for an afternoon snack or a post-dinner treat that won't leave you feeling sluggish or bloated. They store beautifully and honestly taste better the next day once the lemon and spices have had time to meld.
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16 servings
- 16 medjool dates, pitted
- ½ cup dried blueberries, unsweetened
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For rolling
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, for rolling
Instructions
- 1
If your dates feel firm or dry, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry before using.
- 2
Add the pitted dates, dried blueberries, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, ground ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, and sea salt to a food processor. Process for 60–90 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides once, until the mixture comes together into a thick, uniform paste that holds its shape when pressed between your fingers.
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