MSG Free Coconut Date Balls with Ceylon Cinnamon & Vanilla
These little no-bake bites are proof that a genuinely satisfying sweet treat doesn't need a long ingredient list or a hot oven. Medjool dates bring natural caramel-like sweetness and a chewy texture that binds everything together without any added sugar or artificial enhancers. Ceylon cinnamon — the softer, more floral variety — pairs beautifully with vanilla powder and a hint of ground ginger, giving each ball a warmly spiced depth that feels almost indulgent. Every single ingredient here is whole and straightforward, which means there's no guesswork about hidden additives or flavor-enhancing compounds that can sneak into packaged snacks. The food processor does the heavy lifting in under a minute, and a quick roll in shredded coconut gives the outside a satisfying texture and a toasty finish. After just thirty minutes in the fridge they firm up into neat, snackable rounds that are easy to pack, share, or stash for the week. Clean ingredients, zero fuss, and a result that genuinely tastes like something you'd find at a specialty café.
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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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