Artificial Flavors Free Cinnamon Coconut Date Balls
These little no-bake bites are proof that a short ingredient list can deliver serious flavor. Medjool dates bring natural caramel-like sweetness, while Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger add warmth and a gentle spice that feels anything but plain. Vanilla powder — not extract — keeps every bit of that aromatic depth without relying on synthetic additives, which is exactly what makes this recipe such a clean win. A coating of unsweetened shredded coconut gives each ball a satisfying chew and a light tropical finish that rounds everything out beautifully. The food processor does most of the heavy lifting, and a quick chill in the refrigerator is all it takes to get them perfectly firm and snackable. Store a batch in the fridge and you've got a ready-to-grab treat for up to two weeks — no wrappers, no ingredient labels to scrutinize, just real whole food in a tidy little ball.
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12 servings
- 2 cups medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Spread 1/2 cup of the shredded coconut in a shallow bowl or plate — this is the rolling coat. Reserve the remaining 1/2 cup for the food processor.
- 2
Add the pitted dates, the reserved 1/2 cup shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, vanilla powder, and sea salt to a food processor. Pulse 10–12 times, then process continuously for 30–45 seconds until the mixture clumps together and pulls away from the sides of the bowl — it should hold its shape when pressed between your fingers.
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