Description
These Coconut Date Balls are a quick and delicious snack made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups Rice Krispies
- 1 cup coconut flakes
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the beaten eggs, granulated sugar, and chopped dates once melted, and stir until combined.
- Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens (about 10 minutes).
- Add the chopped pecans and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Incorporate the Rice Krispies gently until mixed.
- Shape the mixture into balls using slightly damp hands.
- Coat each ball in the coconut flakes until fully covered.
- Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set.
Notes
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding chia seeds or dried fruits based on your preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg