Fish Free Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a handful of pantry staples can turn into something genuinely crave-worthy. Medjool dates bring a rich, caramel-like sweetness that binds everything together naturally, while rolled oats add a subtle chew and shredded coconut gives every bite a tropical, toasty finish. A whisper of cardamom and vanilla powder elevates the whole thing from simple snack to something that feels a little special. The food processor does most of the heavy lifting — just pulse, roll, and chill. Because the ingredient list is entirely plant-based and built around whole foods, there's zero concern about hidden seafood derivatives or cross-contact that can sneak into processed snack bars. Once they've firmed up in the fridge, they hold together beautifully and make an easy grab-and-go treat for lunchboxes, afternoon slumps, or post-dinner something-sweet moments.
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12 servings
- 2 cups medjool dates, pitted
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ¼ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp pure vanilla powder
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For rolling
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, for rolling
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Spread the 1/2 cup rolling coconut in a shallow bowl or plate.
- 2
Add the pitted dates, rolled oats, 1/2 cup shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, cardamom, vanilla powder, and sea salt to a food processor. Pulse 15–20 times, then process continuously for 30–45 seconds, until the mixture clumps together and holds its shape when pressed between your fingers. If it seems dry and crumbly, add water 1 tsp at a time and pulse again.
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