High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Coconut Date Balls
These little no-bake bites are proof that something genuinely sweet and satisfying doesn't need a drop of processed syrup to taste indulgent. Medjool dates do all the heavy lifting here — they're naturally rich, caramel-like, and sticky enough to hold everything together without any added sweeteners. Rolled oats and shredded coconut give each ball a hearty chew, while cardamom and vanilla powder add a warm, aromatic depth that makes them feel a little special. The whole thing comes together in a food processor, so you're looking at minimal effort for a seriously snackable result. Rolling them in extra coconut gives a light, toasty coating that makes them look as good as they taste. After a quick chill in the fridge, they firm up into perfectly poppable bites you can stash for the week.
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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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