Cashew Free Carob-Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a handful of wholesome pantry staples can produce something genuinely crave-worthy. Medjool dates do the heavy lifting here — they're naturally sticky and sweet, binding everything together without any refined sugar or mystery additives. Carob powder brings a deep, chocolatey warmth that pairs beautifully with the toasted coconut coating, while Ceylon cinnamon and ginger add just enough spice to keep things interesting. The whole thing comes together in a food processor, so there's minimal effort and virtually no cleanup. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, these are a genuinely safe treat — every ingredient is straightforward, and there's nothing lurking in the mix that could cause concern. A quick roll in shredded coconut and thirty minutes in the fridge is all it takes before they're ready to snack on, pack into lunchboxes, or stash in the freezer for whenever a sweet craving hits.
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12 servings
- 2 cups medjool dates, pitted
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tbsp carob powder
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For rolling
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, for rolling
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Spread the 1/2 cup of rolling coconut in a shallow bowl or plate.
- 2
Add the pitted dates, shredded coconut, carob powder, melted coconut oil, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, 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 cohesive, sticky dough that holds its shape when pressed between your fingers.
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