Vegetarian 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 without a drop of refined sugar, while Ceylon cinnamon — the softer, more floral variety — adds warmth that feels a step above the usual pantry spice. A touch of vanilla powder and ground ginger round out the flavor in a way that tastes far more considered than the short ingredient list would suggest. The whole thing comes together in a food processor, gets rolled in shredded coconut, and then just needs a quick chill in the fridge before it's ready to eat. Every ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. They're ideal for meal-prep snacking, a lunchbox treat, or setting out on a dessert board when you want something that looks impressive but took almost no effort.
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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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