Date & Cacao Energy Balls
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
90 kcal
No-bake energy bites: dates, almonds and cacao blended then rolled into balls. Naturally sweetened by the dates (no added sugar), they're perfect for a healthy snack, pre-workout or teatime. Ready in 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 200 g pitted dates (Medjool if possible)
- 100 g almonds (or rolled oats)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- Desiccated coconut or cocoa to coat
Method
- 1If the dates are dry, soak 10 minutes in warm water then drain.
- 2Blend the almonds to a coarse powder.
- 3Add the dates, cocoa, coconut oil and salt.
- 4Blend to a paste that holds together.
- 5Roll small balls by hand.
- 6Coat in desiccated coconut or cocoa.
- 7Chill 30 minutes to firm up.
Tips & tricks
- Soft Medjool dates bind the paste perfectly.
- If the paste is too dry, add a date or a little water.
- They keep well: handy to make ahead.
Variations
- With peanut butter, coconut or orange zest.
- Rolled in sesame or chia seeds.
Storage
Up to 1 week refrigerated, or 2 months frozen.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
90 kcal
Protein
2 g
Carbs
12 g
Fat
4 g
Fibre
2 g
Sugar
9 g
What to serve it with
- A coffee or fragrant tea
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Homemade custard
- Some fresh seasonal fruit
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make "Date & Cacao Energy Balls"?
Allow about 10 min of prep, i.e. 10 min in total for 12 servings.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it's an "Easy" recipe: perfect for beginners, with no special technique required.
Can I make "Date & Cacao Energy Balls" ahead and store it?
Up to 1 week refrigerated, or 2 months frozen.
How many servings does this recipe make?
The quantities are for 12 servings. To adjust, simply multiply or divide the ingredients by the number of guests.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, "Date & Cacao Energy Balls" is 100% vegan: it contains no animal products.
How many calories per serving?
One serving provides about 90 kcal, including 2 g of protein, 12 g of carbs and 4 g of fat.
