Double Chocolate Date Balls

Double Chocolate Date Balls

No‑bake, protein‑rich treats that pack a chocolate punch while keeping sugar naturally low.

Ingredients

• 2 cups pitted Medjool dates
• 1 cup raw almonds
• ¼ cup raw cacao powder
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 Tbsp coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt
• Optional: 1 Tbsp shredded coconut for rolling

Instructions

1. Pulse the almonds in a food processor until fine, like flour.
2. Add dates, cacao, cocoa, coconut oil, vanilla, and salt. Pulse until the mixture is sticky and pulls apart when pressed.
3. Using a melon baller or your hands, form 1‑½‑inch balls. If desired, roll each ball in shredded coconut.
4. Place on parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
5. Enjoy chilled, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Health Tip: These bite‑size snacks combine fiber, antioxidant cacao, and heart‑friendly coconut oil, offering a satisfying chocolate indulgence without refined sugar.