Pork Free Cinnamon Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a handful of pantry staples can turn into something genuinely craveable. Soft Medjool dates blended with coconut oil and warm Ceylon cinnamon create a naturally sweet, caramel-like base that gets rolled in shredded coconut for a satisfying chew and a little texture in every bite. Ground ginger and vanilla powder round out the flavor in a way that feels almost indulgent, even though every single ingredient is completely plant-based and straightforward. There's no baking, no candy thermometer, and no complicated technique — just a food processor and about ten minutes of hands-on effort before the fridge does the rest. Because the recipe is built entirely from fruits, spices, and coconut products, there's nothing hidden to second-guess, which makes them an easy grab-and-go snack you can feel good about. They keep in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, so making a full batch means you're set for days of quick snacking or lunchbox additions.
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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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