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No-Bake Chocolate Fudge Balls

These no-bake fudge balls are a nostalgic treat made with simple pantry ingredients like dates, cocoa powder, oats, and nut butter. They come together quickly, forming a rich, chewy, and chocolatey final texture, perfect for spontaneous snacking or satisfying sweet cravings. Their bite-sized, uniform shape makes them appealing and easy to enjoy anytime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pitted dates chopped if large
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats quick or old-fashioned
  • 1/4 cup nut butter almond or peanut
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for sweetness and stickiness
  • Optional add-ins chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut
  • Pinch sea salt or vanilla extract for flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Sturdy spoon
  • Cookie scoop or small spoon
  • Baking sheet lined with parchment or silicone mat

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment or a silicone mat.
  2. Chop the dates if they are large, then add them to a mixing bowl along with the cocoa powder, oats, nut butter, and honey.
  3. Mix everything thoroughly with a sturdy spoon until the mixture becomes sticky, moist, and holds together when pressed. If it feels too dry, add a tiny splash of water or extra nut butter.
  4. Once well combined, scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a smooth, round ball. Place each ball on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Repeat until all the mixture is used up, forming roughly 12 balls. Chill the tray in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up.
  6. After chilling, optionally roll the fudge balls in shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or cocoa powder for extra flavor and texture. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of sea salt. Feel free to customize with your favorite add-ins like mini chocolate chips or shredded coconut.