Coconut Date Balls (No Bake)

Name: Coconut Date Balls (No Bake)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: ¾ cup unsalted, raw cashews; 1 cup soft, pitted Medjool dates; ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut plus extra for rolling; large pinch of sea salt; 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 1 tablespoon water

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Coconut, dates, and cashews come together for the perfect afternoon indulgence in these tasty Coconut Date Balls. Quick, easy, nutritious, and there's no baking involved! Plus they're sweetened naturally and have no added sugars.

Coconut date balls in a white bowl with a wooden board in the background.

Do you ever get tired, cranky and hungry (or as I like to call it, "hangry") in the late afternoon? If so, don’t fall for the vending machine trap! Dive into one of these nutrient-dense Coconut Date Balls instead.

It's the perfect bite when you're craving something sweet but want a healthy snack!

Why You'll Love This Dish

Quick & easy- made with just a handful of ingredients
Will satisfy your sweet tooth
Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients
No-cook recipe
No added sugars- sweetened naturally with dates
Gluten free and dairy free
Make-ahead dish- make a batch and store them in the fridge

What are Bliss Balls or Energy Balls?

Bliss balls are bite-sized snacks typically made with a mixture of nutrient-dense ingredients.

Otherwise known as energy balls, protein balls, snack balls or any other number of names, they all have one thing in common- there's no baking involved! This makes them very popular.

Bliss balls typically can include:

Dried fruit
Nuts
Seeds (like flax seed or chia seed)
Whole grains (like oats or millet)
Flavorings (like cocoa powder, cinnamon or vanilla extract)
Other add-ins (like protein powder or chocolate chips)

All of the ingredients get puréed together in a food processor. Then they’re rolled into bite-sized balls. They can be served as is or coated in shredded coconut, sesame seeds, chopped nuts or cocoa powder.

Then they’re ready to be devoured. Quick, easy and nutritious- no wonder they’re so popular!

Ingredients for Coconut Date Bliss Balls

Dates- I use soft, pitted Medjool dates
Cashews- I used unsalted cashews; you can try different nuts like almonds
Coconut- I use unsweetened, shredded coconut to control the amount of sugar
Salt- I use sea salt
Coconut oil- helps bind the balls together
Optional add-ins- flax seeds, chia seed, cocoa powder, spices like cinnamon

Step-By-Step Instructions

collage of steps 1-4 how to make coconut date balls

Step 1- Purée dates, cashews, and coconut in a food processor until finely ground
Step 2- Stream in a little coconut oil and water until the mixture looks like wet sand
Step 3- Scoop out heaping tablespoons of the mixture and form into balls
Step 4- Roll the balls in shredded coconut until coated

Chef's Tips

Use this recipe as a guide and substitute your favorite ingredients; try almonds instead of cashews or add some cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
If the mixture is too soft to form into balls right away, refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes to firm up first.
Make a large batch of these healthy date and coconut balls and store them in the fridge for up to 1 week so that you always have a nutritious snack on hand.
For an extra boost of nutrients, add some flax seed or chia seeds to these balls.

Recipe FAQs

Are date balls healthy?

Yes, these coconut dates balls are packed with nutrient-dense ingredients and have no added sugars. Instead, they're sweetened naturally with dates. In addition, they're also vegan, gluten free and dairy free. They are a healthy and filling snack option.

How many calories are in a date ball?

There are 91 calories in one coconut date ball.

How long do coconut balls last?

These coconut and date balls will last about 10 days in the refrigerator stored in an air tight container.

Can you freeze coconut date balls?

Yes, you can freeze them for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Defrost them overnight in the fridge before eating.

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Coconut Date Balls (No Bake)

These tasty Coconut Dates Balls are quick, easy, nutritious, and there's no baking involved! Plus they're sweetened naturally and have no added sugars.

5 from 10 votes

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: balls

Calories: 91kcal

Author: Dr. Sonali Ruder

Equipment

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food processor

Ingredients

▢ ¾ cup unsalted, raw cashews
▢ 1 cup soft, pitted Medjool dates
▢ ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut plus extra for rolling
▢ large pinch of sea salt
▢ 1 tablespoon coconut oil
▢ 1 tablespoon water

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Pulse the cashews in a food processor several times until no large chunks remain. Add the dates, ½ cup coconut and salt and continue to process until a crumbly mixture forms. With the food processor running, pour in the coconut oil and water and process until the mixture looks like wet sand. If needed, add a little bit more water until it holds together.
If the mixture is very soft, refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes to firm up a little. Then, scoop out heaping tablespoons of the mixture and roll them into balls. Pour some shredded coconut onto a plate and roll the balls in the coconut until they are coated. Devour!

Notes

Use this recipe as a guide and substitute your favorite ingredients; try almonds instead of cashews or add some cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
If the mixture is too soft to form into balls right away, refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes to firm up first.
Make a large batch of these healthy date and coconut balls and store them in the fridge for up to 1 week so that you always have a nutritious snack on hand.
For an extra boost of nutrients, add some flax seed or chia seeds to these balls.