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Date Balls with Coconut + Walnuts

by Stephanie

Date Balls with Coconut + Walnuts

I’ve been bringing the kids an after-school snack since they began JK to help take a load off their hanger.

You know it happens.

Kids (and adults!) are exhausted and if you add hunger to that, watch out. I’m lucky to make it home.

Most days I bring a smoothie, but my daughter isn’t really into smoothies so I change it up now and again. Last week I brought these date balls and they were a hit.

What’s so great about these date balls as a snack? Here’s the rundown:

  • First and foremost, we want to make sure that our snacks have substance. Like our regular meals, snacks should have a combination of fat, fibre and protein to keep us satisfied and to make sure our blood sugar doesn’t spike.
  • They’re sweet without being overly sweet! I find one or two of these really help satisfy my sweet tooth.
  • They’re easy to pack up for a quick snack on the go.

Here’s the recipe:

date ball snack in a round tin
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Date Balls with Coconut + Walnuts

These little date balls pack a nutritious punch making them a perfect after-school snack for the littles.
Prep Time15 mins
Course: Snack
Keyword: coconut, dates, easysnacks

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Organic Medjool dates pitted
  • 1 Handful Walnuts or nut or seed of choice
  • 2 Tbsp Cocoa powder I like Camino
  • 2 Tbsp Shredded coconut
  • 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp Chia seeds
  • 1 Tbsp Coconut oil

Instructions

  • Put all of the ingredients except the shredded coconut into a food processor and process until everything is incorporated.
  • Put the shredded coconut into a bowl and put aside.
  • Take about a tablespoon of ‘dough’ at a time and roll into balls.
  • Roll each ball in the shredded coconut.
  • Enjoy!

FAQ

I’m Allergic to Nuts, Can I Use Something Else in These Date Balls?

Yes! You can use any seed. These taste great with a combo of pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds.

I Don’t Like Coconut, Do I Have to Use It?

Nope! You can leave it out completely. They will still taste great! You could also try rolling them in more of of the cocoa powder. They’ll look like truffles!

 


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✅Frozen raspberries
✅Coconut yogurt
✅Protein powder
✅Walnuts
✅Shredded coconut

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I adapted this recipe from @onceuponachef. 

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Hey! I'm Stephanie. I'm a Writer, Culinary Nutrition Expert and Cooking Instructor helping families cook nourishing meals. Read more about me {here}.

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