Nightshade Free Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a satisfying sweet treat doesn't need a long ingredient list or a hot oven. Medjool dates bring natural caramel-like richness, while rolled oats add just enough chew and shredded coconut gives every bite a tropical, toasty finish. A pinch of cardamom and vanilla powder elevate the whole thing from simple snack to something that feels genuinely special. For anyone navigating nightshade restrictions, desserts and snacks can be surprisingly tricky — hidden spices and processed ingredients often sneak in peppers or paprika — but every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward. The food processor does the heavy lifting, binding everything together into a rollable dough without any baking required. A quick chill in the fridge sets them firm, and the coconut coating keeps them from sticking together in the container. Make a batch on Sunday and you'll have a grab-and-go treat ready all week long.
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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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