Pecan Free Carob-Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a handful of wholesome ingredients can produce something genuinely craveable. Medjool dates bring natural caramel-like sweetness and act as the binder, while carob powder delivers a rich, chocolatey depth without a single nut in sight. A touch of Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger gives each ball a warm, subtly spiced finish that keeps you reaching for another. The whole thing comes together in a food processor, gets rolled in shredded coconut for a snowy, chewy coating, and then firms up in the fridge — no oven required. For anyone navigating tree-nut allergies or sensitivities, these are a genuinely safe grab-and-go snack, since every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. They're great for lunchboxes, post-workout fuel, or a late-night sweet fix that doesn't feel like a compromise.
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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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