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    Home » Cashew Coconut Date Balls

    Cashew Coconut Date Balls

    Published: Jan 19, 2016 · Modified: Jul 22, 2021 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These Cashew & Coconut Date Balls are made with only 6 ingredients in 5 minutes! These cashew energy balls are a delicious healthy snack recipe that's gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo & vegan! Freezer-friendly!

    a bowl of coconut date balls, the top one has a bite taken out of it

    Pregnancy changed my taste buds forever. There are many foods I once enjoyed that I no longer do, but much more noteworthy are the foods that I used to feel nothing about that are now the center of my world.

    One such food is coconut. I used to not care much about it, but during my pregnancies I craved coconut all the time (so I made these healthy no bake chocolate peanut butter cookies regularly). I don't know how I ever lived without it.

    So, I created this Coconut Date Balls recipe because I wanted a healthy snack that was sweet but not chocolate (if you want chocolate, try these chocolate date balls), filled with lots and lots of coconut. They are paleo & vegan, plus, dates are a pregnancy staple that help tone the uterus to prepare for labor!

    four Cashew Coconut Date Balls in front of a bowl of date balls.

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    There are only 5 ingredients in this cashew energy balls recipe! Let's discuss them, as well as possible substitutions.

    overhead photo of the ingredients in this Cashew Coconut Date Balls recipe
    • Dates. Make sure to use pitted dates, or remove the pits from your dates if they are present. I suggest using Medjool dates or Deglet Noor dates.
    • Coconut. Use unsweetened coconut. It can be shredded, flaked, etc. it doesn't matter because it will be processed with the other ingredients.
    • Cashews. I don't recommend substituting the cashews (if you want a different energy ball recipe try these or these). But a combination of 1 cup of any nuts will work.
    • Almond butter. Feel free to substitute whatever type of nut/seed butter you prefer. Cashew butter is a great choice.
    Cashew Coconut Date Balls in a white bowl

    How to make Coconut Date Balls

    These Coconut Date Balls take 5 minutes to make and it's really simple. Here are some tips on the process to ensure your success.

    Process Dates first 

    I always process the dates first for two reasons. 1) I like to make sure there are no surprise pits in them and 2) they take the longest to process well so getting them started first ensures you won't over-process these coconut date energy balls!

    two overhead photos showing how to make Coconut Date Balls in a food processor fitted with an "S" blade

    Add remaining ingredients & process

    Once the dates are slightly processed, add the rest of the ingredients.

    two overhead photos showing how to make Coconut Date Balls in a food processor fitted with an "S" blade

    Process until the mixture starts to clump together. It should hold together when pinched.

    two overhead photos showing how to make Coconut Date Balls in a food processor fitted with an "S" blade

    Portion and roll

    Once the mixture easily pinches together, use a 1 TBS measuring spoon to portion out even amounts of the mixture. Then roll them into balls and place them in an airtight container.

    Chill

    I prefer to eat these coconut date balls cold. So I recommend chilling or freezing them before eating. However, you can eat them at room temperature as well!

    Store/Freeze

    Store these energy balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

    overhead view of 10 Cashew Coconut Date Balls

    Recipe FAQs

    Are energy balls good for you?

    Yes! Energy balls are full of healthy fats, fiber, and protein.

    How long do date balls last?

    Date balls last for up to 1 week in the refrigerator and 2 months in the freezer.

    Is eating raw coconut good for you?

    Coconut can be eaten raw. It is good for your health because it is packed with good fat and other nutrients.

    overhead view of 9 Cashew Coconut Date Balls in a bowl, one has a bite taken out of it

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    Cashew Coconut Date Balls

    Laura
    These Cashew & Coconut Date Balls are made with only 6 ingredients in 5 minutes! They're a delicious healthy snack recipe that's gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo & vegan! Freezer-friendly!
    5 from 12 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16 energy balls
    Calories 109 kcal

    Equipment

    • measuring spoons
    • measuring cups
    • spatula
    • Food processor

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup dates
    • 1 cup roasted & salted or raw cashews
    • 1 cup unsweetened coconut
    • ½ tsp vanilla
    • ¼ - ½ tsp salt depending on how salty your cashews are
    • 2 TBS almond butter
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    Instructions
     

    • Process dates in a food processor fitted with “S” blade until crumbly.
    • Add coconut, cashews, vanilla and salt and process until well blended and fine.
    • Add almond butter and process until mixture starts forming a ball and easily clumps together when pinched.
    • Use a 1 TBS measuring spoon or cookie scoop to roll the mixture into balls. Place them in an airtight container and chill for at least 1 hour. Then enjoy!

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    Notes

    Store

    Store these coconut date balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

    Ingredient notes

    • Dates. Make sure to use pitted dates, or remove the pits from your dates if they are present. I suggest using Medjool dates or Deglet Noor dates.
    • Coconut. Use unsweetened coconut. It can be shredded, flaked, etc. it doesn't matter because it will be processed with the other ingredients.
    • Cashews. I don't recommend substituting the cashews (if you want a different energy ball recipe try these or these). But a combination of 1 cup of any nuts will work.
    • Almond butter. Feel free to substitute whatever type of nut/seed butter you prefer. Cashew butter is a great choice.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1energy ballCalories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 8.3gProtein: 2.1gFat: 8.2gSaturated Fat: 3.9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.3gSodium: 42.4mgPotassium: 78.7mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 4.6gCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.6mg
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    Photos in this post were taken by Organically Addison.

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    1. Kristen

      August 20, 2022 at 12:44 pm

      5 stars
      These are SO good. Quick easy snack to have on hand for my toddler (and myself!)

      Reply
      • Laura

        August 20, 2022 at 1:53 pm

        Thank you, Kristen!

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    2. Jennifer

      January 22, 2021 at 8:23 am

      Do you have any energy ball recipe that could work (with substitutions) for almond joy or peanut butter & chocolate?

      Thanks!

      Reply
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