Gluten Free Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake bites are chewy, naturally sweet, and fragrant with warm cardamom and a hint of vanilla — the kind of snack that disappears from the fridge faster than you'd expect. Medjool dates do the heavy lifting here, binding everything together with their rich, caramel-like sweetness so there's no need for added sugar or syrup. The rolled oats give each ball a satisfying, slightly hearty texture, and a coat of shredded coconut on the outside adds a delicate chew and a little extra tropical flavor. For anyone navigating a gluten-free lifestyle, oats can sometimes be a sticking point, so just make sure to grab certified gluten-free rolled oats when you shop. Everything comes together in a food processor, and after a quick chill in the refrigerator, you've got firm, snackable bites that are genuinely easy to meal-prep for the week. They're great as an afternoon pick-me-up, a post-workout snack, or even a lunchbox treat that feels a little indulgent without actually being one.
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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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