Description
Date brownie balls are rich, chewy, no-bake chocolate treats made with wholesome ingredients and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- ½ cup Medjool dates (pitted and soft)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
1. Add pitted dates, cocoa powder, peanut butter, salt, and vanilla (if using) to a food processor.
2. Pulse until a sticky dough forms. Scrape down the sides as needed.
3. Scoop out the mixture with a spoon or small cookie scoop and roll into balls.
4. Allow them some chilling time from 10 minutes up—you’ll find them much better for serving.
Notes
Use soft Medjool dates: If your dates feel dry or firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain before using. This ensures a smooth, pliable dough that holds together easily.
Nut butter flexibility: Peanut butter adds richness, but you can substitute almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
Chill before serving: Chilling helps the brownie balls firm up and improves their texture. They’ll taste great right away, but even better after 10–15 minutes in the fridge. No worries, the butter helps stabilize the texture for long.
A tip on storing: Nest them in an airtight container inside the refrigerator for as long as 2 weeks. Freezing them is equally fine and can take even 3 months.
Customize it: Add-ins like mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or a dusting of cocoa powder can elevate flavor and texture.
Make-ahead friendly: These are perfect for meal prep, school snacks, or a healthier dessert option that’s always ready to go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg