Date Snowballs
Sweet, chewy, and delightfully simple, Date Snowballs are a no-bake treat that brings wholesome flavors and festive charm to your dessert table. This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of pitted dates with the crunch of chopped nuts and a hint of graham cracker flavor, all wrapped in a blanket of unsweetened shredded coconut. Ready in just 20 minutes, these bite-sized delights require minimal effort and no oven time, making them perfect for busy days or last-minute entertaining. With their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these Date Snowballs are a healthier alternative to traditional sweets and can be served chilled straight from the refrigerator. Perfect for the holidays, parties, or as an everyday snack, these versatile treats will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds)
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened, for coating)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Add the pitted dates to the saucepan and mash them gently with the back of a spoon as they soften. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the mixture forms a paste-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, chopped nuts, and graham cracker crumbs. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
Let the mixture cool until it is safe to handle, about 5-10 minutes.
Using clean hands, take approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Spread the shredded coconut on a plate or shallow dish. Roll each date ball in the coconut until fully coated.
Place the coated date snowballs on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Serve chilled and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4072 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 231.5 g | 297% | |
| Saturated Fat | 163.0 g | 815% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 822 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 521.5 g | 190% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 79.2 g | 283% | |
| Total Sugars | 368.6 g | ||
| Protein | 46.2 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 469 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 4826 mg | 103% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
