Ingredients You’ll Need

Makes 12–16 bites

• 1 cup pitted dates (Medjool dates work best; soak in warm water for 10 minutes if dry)
• 1/2 cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, or cashews)
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (or cacao powder for extra antioxidants)
• 1/4 cup nut butter (almond butter, peanut butter, or sunflower seed butter)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional Mix-Ins :
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds, flaxseeds, or hemp seeds
  • 2 tbsp shredded coconut
  • 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips

For Rolling (Optional):

• Unsweetened shredded coconut
• Crushed nuts
• Cocoa powder

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Blend the Ingredients

1. In a food processor, combine the pitted dates, nuts, cocoa powder, nut butter, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt.
2. Blend until the mixture forms a sticky dough. If the mixture is too dry, add 1–2 teaspoons of water or nut milk to help it come together.

Step 2: Add Optional Mix-Ins