Dairy Free Mango-Lime Coconut Date Balls
These little no-bake bites are bright, chewy, and packed with tropical flavor — the kind of snack that feels indulgent but is built entirely from whole-food ingredients. Medjool dates and dried mango do the heavy lifting here, creating a naturally sweet, caramel-fruity base that binds together without any added sugar or dairy. Coconut oil keeps everything cohesive while fresh lime juice and zest cut through the richness with a zippy, citrusy punch that makes each bite genuinely addictive. A whisper of ground ginger ties it all together in a way that feels surprisingly sophisticated for something made in a food processor. The outer coating of shredded coconut adds a satisfying texture and a subtle nuttiness that rounds out every bite. Since everything here is plant-based by nature, there's no swapping or substituting required — just real ingredients that happen to be completely free of dairy. Pop them in the fridge and you've got a grab-and-go treat that holds up beautifully all week.
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12 servings
- 1 cup medjool dates, pitted
- ¾ cup dried mango, roughly chopped
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Check the dates: if they feel firm or dry, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry. Firm dates will not blend smoothly.
- 2
Add the pitted dates, dried mango, 3/4 cup of the shredded coconut, coconut oil, lime juice, lime zest, ground ginger, and sea salt to a food processor. Process for 45–60 seconds, scraping down the sides once, until the mixture comes together into a sticky, uniform mass that holds its shape when pressed between your fingers.
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