Date Balls with chocolate is a yummy date energy ball. It is a no-sugar no cook snack and has walnuts, Almond butter, making it a healthy snack.
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These chocolate date balls will be the best answer for your guilt-free chocolate cravings. It is a no-cook no sugar snack. We do not need more reasons to make them.
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Why you will love this recipe
- They are vegan and gluten free.
- These are easy no-cook snacks with just 5 ingredients.
- They are sugar-free.
- Since dates are the main ingredients they are rich in fiber. If you are someone who hates dates this will be an ideal way to include them.
- They are perfect for snack boxes.
- We can also serve them as an energy ball post-workout.
Ingredients
Dates - Always use fresh dates. If the dates are hard you can soften them by soaking them in warm water and then use. I prefer Medjool dates in my date balls, but you can use any variety you prefer. All works well.
Walnuts - Give a nice crunch and adds more nutrients to the date balls.
Almond Butter - helps in binding the date ball together and also an extra dose of nutrients. Use unsweetened almond butter.
Cocoa Powder - Gives the chocolate flavor to the date balls.
Nuts - You can add any additional nuts and dry fruits for garnish.
FAQ's
How often can you eat the date balls?
We can consume the date balls daily. Dates are rich in fiber and it helps us keep full and withstand hunger for a longer time. But moderation is key. Dates are rich in natural sugars and hence we can consume 2 or 3 daily.
How to make Chocolate Date Balls
Pit and remove the seeds from the dates. Add them to a blender. If using a high speed blender you can use them as a whole. Else chop them into small pieces and add to blender.
Next add Walnuts, Cocoa powder, and salt.
Next, add the Almond butter.
Blend well to a coarse or fine paste as you prefer.
Transfer to a mixing bowl and scoop in equal portions and shape them as balls.
Healthy Chocolate date balls are now ready.
Tips & Variations
- You can also chop the dates and then add them to the blender. If you have a powerful blender you can add them directly.
- Instead of almond butter, you can add any nut butter. Peanut butter or even cashew butter works well.
- If you prefer a nut free butter sunflower seeds butter too works well.
- Adding a pinch of salt is optional but it elevates the taste so highly recommend adding it.
- Feel free to decorate the date balls as you prefer.
Serving Suggestions
Perfect for a snack. They are good as school snack boxes, post-workout snacks, or even quick snacks for sudden cravings.
Storage Suggestion
Date balls are perfect for storage. They keep well for a good time. You can store the date balls in the refrigerator for up to a month. Make sure you store them in a clean airtight box. You can also freeze them for 3 months. They stay fresh and good. Thaw them and use them before serving.
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📖 Recipe
Date Balls
Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml
Equipment
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Medjool Dates
- 1 tbsp Almond Butter
- 1.5 tbsp Cocoa Powder
- ⅓ cups Walnut
- Salt a pinch
- Pistachios to garnish
Instructions
- Pit and remove the seeds from the dates. Add them to a blender. If using a high speed blender you can use them as a whole. Else chop them into small pieces and add to blender.
- Next add Walnuts, Cocoa powder, and salt.
- Next, add the Almond butter.
- Blend well to a coarse or fine paste as you prefer.
- Transfer to a mixing bowl and scoop in equal portions and shape them as balls.
- Healthy Chocolate date balls are now ready.
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Notes
- You can also chop the dates and then add them to the blender. If you have a powerful blender you can add them directly.
- Instead of almond butter, you can add any nut butter. Peanut butter or even cashew butter works well.
- If you prefer a nut free butter sunflower seeds butter too works well.
- Adding a pinch of salt is optional but it elevates the taste so highly recommend adding it.
- Feel free to decorate the date balls as you prefer.
Nutrition
Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.
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