These Vegan Chocolate Walnut Date BallsWith Coconut, aka Coco Bliss Balls, offer an easy, raw, no-bake treat. Packed with chewy dates, crunchy walnuts, rich cacao powder, and all rolled in tropical coconut flakes, these energy bites are gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for a post-workout pick-me-up or a sweet afternoon dessert, they're the healthy snack your taste buds (and body) will love.
15dates, pittedif your dates are dry, soak them in boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
¾cupdesiccated coconut flakes, unsweetened+ more for rolling
⅓cupraw cacao powder
½cupwalnutsraw or toasted, finely chopped
1teaspoonvanilla extract
Instructions
Finely chop your walnuts by hand or pulse them a few times in a food processor. If desired, you can also toast the walnuts lightly for an enhanced flavor before adding them to the mixture.
Combine dates, desiccated coconut flakes, cacao powder, and vanilla extract in a food processor and process until smooth.
Once the mixture is well combined, add the finely chopped walnuts and mix thoroughly. Using a tablespoon or ice cream scoop, measure out portions and shape the mixture into balls. Roll each ball in coconut flakes. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage. Store the energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Alternatively, you can freeze the energy balls in an airtight container for up to two months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
Smooth blending. Soak dry dates 10 mins for easy blending. Drain well before using.
Skip the chopping! Toss your walnuts right in with the other ingredients - the food processor will do the work for you.
Just right texture. Add water (if the mixture is too dry) or more coconut flakes (if it is too wet) to adjust the consistency in your food processor.
Nutty twist. Swap walnuts for almonds, pecans, or hazelnuts for a new flavor and crunch. You can even try a mix of nuts for a more complex texture.
Uniform bites. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon for even-sized balls.
See the post above for more substitutions and variations ideas.