Ingredients

• ·12 Medjool dates, pitted (about 1 cup packed)
• ·¾ cup natural almond butter (smooth, no added sugar or oil)
• ·1 cup unsweetened desiccated coconut, plus extra for rolling
• ·¼ cup raw almonds, roughly chopped
• ·1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• ·¼ tsp sea salt
• ·Optional: 1 tbsp raw cacao powder (for a chocolate version)

Instructions

1. 1 Place the pitted dates in a food processor and pulse until they form a smooth, sticky paste.
2. 2 Add the almond butter, coconut, vanilla, and salt (and cacao powder if using). Pulse until the mixture comes together into a thick, sticky dough.
3. 3 Remove the blade and stir in the chopped almonds by hand.
4. 4 Refrigerate the dough for 15 minutes — it is much easier to roll when slightly chilled.
5. 5 Lightly dampen your hands (this prevents sticking). Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball. Repeat to make 16 balls.
6. 6 Roll each ball in extra desiccated coconut to coat completely.
7. 7 Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.