Beef Free Coconut Date Balls with Ceylon Cinnamon & Vanilla
These little no-bake bites are proof that the simplest ingredients can produce something genuinely special. Medjool dates bring a rich, caramel-like sweetness that binds everything together naturally, while Ceylon cinnamon — the softer, more floral variety — adds warmth without the sharp bite of the more common cassia kind. A hint of ground ginger and vanilla powder round out the flavor in a way that feels almost dessert-luxurious. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from any animal products, so there's no label-scanning or substitution gymnastics required. The food processor does the heavy lifting in under a minute, and a quick roll in shredded coconut gives each ball a satisfying texture on the outside. After a short chill in the fridge, they firm up into snackable, poppable treats that are just as good packed in a lunchbox as they are on a dessert platter.
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12 servings
- 1 cup medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus ¼ cup for rolling
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp ceylon cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla powder
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
For rolling
- ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, for rolling
Instructions
- 1
If your dates feel firm or dry, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry before using.
- 2
Add the pitted dates, 1 cup shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, Ceylon cinnamon, vanilla powder, ground ginger, and sea salt to a food processor. Process for 30–45 seconds, scraping down the sides once, until the mixture comes together into a sticky, uniform dough that holds its shape when pressed between your fingers.
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