Dates Energy Balls

Name: Dates Energy Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 12 balls
Ingredients: 2 cups Medjool dates, pitted; 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts); 3 tbsp cocoa powder; 2 tbsp chia seeds; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Pinch of sea salt; Coconut flakes for rolling

No sugar, no guilt. Just pure energy! Made with dates, nuts and seeds.

Prep Time

🔪 15 min

Cook Time

⏱ 15 min

Servings

🍽 12 balls

Difficulty

📊 Easy

Calories

🔥 95 kcal each

These Dates Energy Balls are the perfect healthy snack. No refined sugar, no baking required. Dates provide natural sugars for quick energy, while nuts offer protein and healthy fats for sustained fuel. Perfect for pre-workout or afternoon snacking.

🥦 Ingredients

✓ 2 cups Medjool dates, pitted
✓ 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts)
✓ 3 tbsp cocoa powder
✓ 2 tbsp chia seeds
✓ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✓ Pinch of sea salt
✓ Coconut flakes for rolling

📋 Preparation Method

1 Soak dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain.
2 Blend nuts until roughly chopped.
3 Add dates, cocoa powder, vanilla and salt. Blend until sticky dough forms.
4 Add chia seeds and pulse briefly.
5 Roll mixture into small balls (about 2 tbsp each).
6 Roll in coconut flakes or cocoa powder.
7 Chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
8 Store in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.