India is the land of a variety of savouries & sweets. Every Indian is known to have a sweet-tooth, and a sweet treat after meals is what cheers us up! However, sweet treats are packed with processed sugars and unhealthy fats. But we have come to your rescue with an ultimate recipe for a healthy alternative for your dessert cravings.

Coconut & Date balls are not only nutrient-dense but delectably scrumptious too. The presence of nuts also makes them rich in plant-sourced protein.

Along with being a simple three-ingredient recipe, this sweet treat is also vegan & gluten free.

If you’re observing yourself spending a lot of money on processed snacks and sweets, this recipe might be the one to pull you out and take you forward towards a healthier style of dietary habits.

Our recipe only involves three ingredients, but you can top it up with additional superfoods like oats, seeds, nut butters, and dried fruits according to your preference. Follow this quick recipe and let us know how these turned out for you.

Prep: 10 mins

Additional: 30 mins

Total: 40 mins

Servings: 10

Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

• 10-12 Happilo Medjoul dates
• 1 cup Happilo pecan nuts
• 2  cups shredded coconut

Directions

1. In a bowl, start by pitting the dates and soaking them in warm water.
2. Add the softened dates in a food processor along with pecan nuts.
3. You can add a pinch of salt if you like and blend the ingredients well.
4. You should look for a sticky, dough-like mixture.
5. Add 1-2 tablespoons of this dough in your hands and roll them to make small balls.
6. Roll these balls in shredded coconut to add a delightful flavour and texture.
7. These will require 20-30 minutes in the refrigerator to set.

Your Coconut & Date balls would be ready to cherish. These are healthy, packed with diverse nutrients and a pleasure to consume too!

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