Red Meat Allergy Friendly Carob-Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a truly satisfying sweet treat doesn't need anything fancy — just whole, plant-based ingredients that come together in a food processor in under two minutes. Medjool dates bring a rich, caramel-like sweetness and act as the natural binder, while carob powder adds a deep, chocolatey depth without any cocoa. A whisper of Ceylon cinnamon and ginger gives each ball a subtle warmth that makes them feel a little more special than your average energy bite. Because every single ingredient here is fruit, coconut, and spice, there's nothing to second-guess for anyone navigating a red meat allergy — no hidden animal proteins, no cross-contamination concerns from processed snack bars. Rolling them in shredded coconut gives a satisfying texture contrast against the chewy, fudgy center. After a quick chill in the fridge, they firm up beautifully and are ready to grab straight from the baking sheet whenever a snack 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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