Dried Fruit Balls
Indulge in the natural sweetness of these no-bake Dried Fruit Balls—an energizing and wholesome snack that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Bursting with nutrient-rich ingredients like pitted dates, dried apricots, raisins, and chia seeds, these bite-sized treats are naturally sweetened with a touch of honey or maple syrup and enhanced with warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla. A blend of almonds, walnuts, and unsweetened shredded coconut provides a delightful crunch, while an optional coconut coating adds a finishing touch of texture and visual appeal. Ready in just 15 minutes, these healthy energy balls are perfect for meal prepping, on-the-go snacking, or guilt-free dessert alternatives. Plus, they’re gluten-free and customizable to suit vegan diets. Store them in your fridge for a grab-and-go treat that stays fresh for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup almonds
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
Add the pitted dates, dried apricots, and raisins to a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is broken down into small, sticky pieces.
Add the almonds, walnuts, shredded coconut, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the food processor. Pulse again until the mixture is crumbly but holds together when pinched.
Drizzle the honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract over the mixture. Pulse a few more times until everything is thoroughly combined into a cohesive, sticky dough-like consistency.
Use clean hands to scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
If desired, roll the formed balls in additional shredded coconut for extra texture and presentation.
Place the dried fruit balls on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Store the dried fruit balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 390 mg | 8% | |
*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.
