Date and Pistachio Balls
Date and Pistachio Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup raw pistachios, shelled
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
For Rolling
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped pistachios
Instructions
- 1
Add the pitted Medjool dates, raw pistachios, 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and sea salt to a food processor.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Process the mixture on high speed until it forms a sticky, uniform dough. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the food processor a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Prepare two small bowls for rolling: one with 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut and another with 2 tablespoons of finely chopped pistachios.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Using a small spoon or your hands, scoop out portions of the date mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into small, bite-sized balls.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Roll half of the date balls in the shredded coconut and the other half in the finely chopped pistachios, ensuring they are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Place the finished date and pistachio balls on a plate or in an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- 7
Serve chilled and enjoy as a healthy snack or dessert. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Date and Pistachio Balls
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup raw pistachios, shelled
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
For Rolling
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped pistachios
Instructions
- 1
Add the pitted Medjool dates, raw pistachios, 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and sea salt to a food processor.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Process the mixture on high speed until it forms a sticky, uniform dough. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the food processor a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Prepare two small bowls for rolling: one with 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut and another with 2 tablespoons of finely chopped pistachios.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Using a small spoon or your hands, scoop out portions of the date mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into small, bite-sized balls.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Roll half of the date balls in the shredded coconut and the other half in the finely chopped pistachios, ensuring they are evenly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Place the finished date and pistachio balls on a plate or in an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- 7
Serve chilled and enjoy as a healthy snack or dessert. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.