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No-Bake Cocoa Balls – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

No-Bake Cocoa Balls

Rich, fudgy, and naturally sweetened No-Bake Cocoa Balls made with dates and cashews. A perfect guilt-free treat that's ready in minutes for a post-workout snack or healthy dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 serving
Calories: 287
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (about 150g / 5.3 oz) chopped pitted dates
  • 1 cup (120g / 4.2 oz) raw cashews
  • 1/4 cup (25g / 0.88 oz) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon (16g / 0.56 oz) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup (20g / 0.71 oz) unsweetened coconut flakes
  • If the mixture is too wet to roll, add a tablespoon more of coconut flakes or ground nuts. If it's too dry and crumbly, add a teaspoon of water until it comes together.
  • For a deeper, nuttier flavor, lightly toast the cashews and coconut flakes in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant before adding them to the food processor.
  • Store these energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or in the freezer for up to three months for a quick grab-and-go snack.

Method
 

  1. Place the chopped dates in a bowl and cover with hot water.
  2. Let them soak for about 10 minutes to soften, then drain thoroughly.
  3. In a food processor, combine the drained dates, cashews, cocoa powder, and peanut butter. Process until the mixture is well combined and forms a sticky dough.
  4. Add the coconut flakes to the food processor and pulse a few times until they are incorporated and the mixture has a coarse texture.
  5. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls (about 1 tablespoon / 15 ml / 0.5 fl oz each).
  6. Place them on a parchment-lined plate and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
  7. Roll the finished balls in extra cocoa powder, hemp seeds, or finely chopped nuts for a beautiful and delicious coating.

Nutrition

Calories: 287kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 7gFat: 16g

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