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No-Bake Coconut Date Bites

These no-bake coconut date bites are simple energy balls made by blending sticky dates with creamy coconut and a hint of vanilla. They come together quickly without any cooking, resulting in chewy, coconut-flavored treats with a slightly crunchy exterior. Perfect for a wholesome snack or a quick dessert, they store well and are easily customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pitted Medjool dates soaked in warm water if dry
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes lightly toasted for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil optional, helps mixture come together

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork or fingers
  • Sharp Knife
  • Baking tray with parchment

Method
 

  1. Pit the dates if they aren’t already pitted, then soak them in warm water for 5 minutes to soften. Drain well and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Mash the dates thoroughly with a fork or your fingers until they form a sticky, cohesive paste that feels slightly tacky and fragrant.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt to the mashed dates, then sprinkle in the toasted coconut flakes and drizzle the coconut oil if using.
  4. Mix everything together until the coconut flakes are evenly distributed and the mixture is sticky but manageable.
  5. Using your hands, roll small portions of the mixture into about 1-inch diameter balls, pressing gently to shape them smoothly.
  6. Place the formed bites on a parchment-lined tray, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set and firm up.
  7. Once chilled, transfer the bites to a serving plate. They can be enjoyed immediately or stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.