Brazil Nut Free Coconut Date Balls with Ceylon Cinnamon & Vanilla
These no-bake bites are the kind of treat that feels indulgent but comes together with just a handful of wholesome ingredients and a food processor. Medjool dates bring natural caramel-like sweetness, while Ceylon cinnamon — the softer, more floral variety — adds warmth without overpowering the delicate vanilla and ginger notes. The shredded coconut does double duty here, binding the dough and coating the outside for a satisfying chew and a little texture in every bite. Many packaged energy balls and snack bites are made in facilities that handle tree nuts, which can make store-bought options stressful to navigate — making a batch at home puts you fully in control of what goes in. The process is straightforward: blitz, roll, chill, and you're done. After 30 minutes in the fridge they firm up beautifully, making them easy to grab straight from the container. They're perfect as an afternoon snack, a lunchbox addition, or something sweet to round out a meal without any fuss.
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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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