Description
These Chocolate Bliss Balls are a delicious, no-bake energy snack made with Medjool dates, almonds, peanut butter, and cocoa powder, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and nutrition. Ideal for a quick, healthy treat or on-the-go snack, they combine natural ingredients into bite-sized, chocolatey delights ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 16 large Medjool dates (12 oz.), pitted and soaked
- 2 cups slivered almonds (8 oz.)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Additional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Prep Dates: Add about two cups of hot water to a bowl of the pitted Medjool dates and let them soak for 20-30 minutes until they become soft and pliable, which will make them easier to blend.
- Chop Almonds: Roughly chop the slivered almonds using a sharp knife to create smaller pieces that can be evenly blended with the other ingredients.
- Combine Dates, Nuts, and Chocolate Chips: Transfer the soaked dates, chopped almonds, and mini chocolate chips to a large food processor. Pulse the mixture for about a minute until it is well processed and starts to come together.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the creamy peanut butter, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and kosher salt to the food processor. Pulse again until the mixture is fully combined into a sticky, moldable dough.
- Form Balls: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into about 15 even-sized balls, roughly three tablespoons each. Roll each ball to make them smooth and uniform, then place them on a parchment paper-lined pan. Optionally, sprinkle extra mini chocolate chips or almonds on the surface for added texture and decoration.
Notes
- Ensure the dates are soft enough after soaking for easy blending; soak longer if needed.
- Use natural, unsweetened peanut butter for a healthier option.
- Store the bliss balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These can be frozen for up to a month; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Feel free to substitute almonds with other nuts like walnuts or cashews as per preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
