Introduction
These no-bake chocolate balls are a delicious and healthy treat that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Made with dates, walnuts, and dark chocolate, they are packed with natural sweetness and nutrients. These chocolate balls are easy to make and require no baking, making them a quick and convenient snack.
Ingredients
- 150 g (5.3 oz) dates, soaked overnight
- 60 g (2.1 oz) ground walnuts
- 7 walnuts, chopped into small pieces
- 3 tablespoons bitter cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- A splash of milk (optional)
- 40 g (1.4 oz) peanuts, chopped into small pieces
- 125 g (4.5 oz) 70% dark chocolate
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 balls
- Calories: 90 per ball
Preparation Time
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Chilling time: 1 hour
- Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dates
- Drain and Chop Dates: Remove the water from the soaked dates. Place them on a chopping board, remove the pits, and cut them into smaller pieces.
Step 2: Blend Dates and Walnuts
- Blend: Add the chopped dates into a blender, followed by the ground walnuts. Blend until well combined and a smooth paste forms. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
Step 3: Form the Dough
- Mix Ingredients: Add 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, and a splash of milk (optional) to the date and walnut mixture. Mix until well combined using a rubber spatula. The mixture should form a dough-like consistency.
- Chill Dough: Place the dough in the fridge for half an hour to firm up.
Step 4: Shape the Balls
- Form Balls: Remove the dough from the fridge. Wet your hands with water, take a small amount of the mixture, and form it into a ball. Make an indent in the center of each ball and place a few chopped peanuts inside. Cover the indent with the sides of the dough and form it back into a ball. Place the balls on a plate and repeat with the remaining mixture. Refrigerate the balls.
Step 5: Prepare the Chocolate Coating
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate using the double boiler method. Stir until smooth. Add the chopped walnuts to the melted chocolate and mix until well coated.
Step 6: Coat the Balls
- Coat Balls: Coat each ball with the melted chocolate and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate the coated balls for 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
Serve
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate has set, serve the no-bake chocolate balls. Enjoy!
Storage Notes
- Room Temperature: Store the chocolate balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerator: Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
These no-bake chocolate balls are a perfect combination of sweet, nutty, and chocolatey flavors. Enjoy them as a healthy snack or a guilt-free dessert!