Lupin Free Coconut Date Balls with Ceylon Cinnamon & Vanilla
These little no-bake treats are proof that something genuinely indulgent can come together with just a handful of wholesome ingredients and a food processor. Medjool dates bring a rich, caramel-like sweetness that binds everything together naturally, while Ceylon cinnamon — the softer, more floral variety — adds warmth without any harshness. A touch of vanilla powder, ground ginger, and sea salt round out the flavor in a way that feels surprisingly sophisticated for such a simple recipe. Each ball gets rolled in shredded coconut for a snowy, slightly chewy coating that makes them as pretty as they are delicious. For anyone navigating lupin sensitivities, snack foods and energy balls from the store can be a minefield, since lupin flour quietly turns up in all kinds of packaged goods. Making these at home means you control every single ingredient — and this particular lineup is clean, straightforward, and completely free of that concern. Pop them in the fridge for half an hour and you've got a firm, satisfying bite that works as a post-dinner treat, a midday snack, or something sweet to pack on the go.
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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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