Date Energy balls with chocolate & peanut butter- Under 15 minutes recipe (2024)

Published: Apr 30, 2020 · Modified: Dec 13, 2020 by Vandana Chauhan. This post may contain affiliate links.

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This easy to make vegan date energy balls with chocolate & peanut butter get ready within 15 minutes and don't need any cooking or baking. If you are looking for ideas to satisfy your sweet craving in a healthier way then this is a must-try recipe.

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Though I am not a big fan of sweets my husband has a big sweet tooth. And, if I don't stop he can finish a large box of sweets in one go. So, I keep on looking for healthy ways to satisfy his sweet cravings like my homemade granola.

Today's recipe- Date energy balls with chocolate & peanut butter is another such recipe.

It gets ready in under 15 minutes, doesn't need baking or cooking, is refined-sugar free, and tastes divine. What more can you ask for?

It's also a great post-workout snack option.

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Variation suggestions

These delicious energy balls are highly customizable and with some minor changes you can make them to suit your taste or dietary preferences:

Medjool dates are considered to be the best dates for energy balls because of their rich sweetness and softness which helps in binding things together. However, living in Dubai I have tried them with different date varieties and I equally loved them all. So, use whichever date you have.
If you are allergic to peanuts, use almond or any other nut butter. You can also skip roasted peanuts or use any other nut of your choice.
Instead of peanut butter, you can also use tahini.
Add a combination of different nuts and seeds to make it crunchier and healthier.
You can also use dried berries of your choice to these energy balls.
Chocolate lovers may also add chocolate chips after taking out the dough from the food processor.
To make the balls more presentable roll them over cocoa powder, coconut flakes, finely chopped nuts, or chocolate sprinkles.

How to store?

Store these balls in an airtight container. They will be fine on the countertop for 4-5 days. In the fridge, you can store them for 10-12 days, and for a longer period (2-3 months), store them in the freezer.

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Recipe

Date energy balls with chocolate and peanut butter

This easy to make vegan date energy balls with chocolate & peanut butter gets ready within 15 minutes. A healthy way to satisfy your sweet craving.

4.79 from 23 votes

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Making time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 21 small balls

Calories: 53kcal

Author: Vandana Chauhan

Ingredients

1 cup dates preferably medjool dates but any variety is fine
1 cup rolled oats
¼ cup desiccated coconut
¼ cup salted roasted peanuts
½ cup + 2 tablespoons peanut butter
3 tbsp cocoa powder

Instructions

Soak the dates in warm water for around 10-15 minutes. After 15 minutes discard the water and remove the seeds.
Put all the ingredients in a grinder or food processor and process until everything comes together like a dough.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
Take a small portion of the mixture and roll between your palms to make a smooth ball. Repeat the process with the remaining mixture.
You can enjoy them immediately or keep in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before eating. Store them in an airtight container. They will be fine in the fridge for around 10-12 days and 2-3 months in the freezer.

Notes

Medjool dates are considered to be the best dates for energy balls because of their rich sweetness and softness which helps in binding things together.
If you are allergic to peanuts, use almond or any other nut butter. You can also skip roasted peanuts or use any other nut of your choice.
Instead of peanut butter, you can also use tahini.

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Julie
June 04, 2023 at 10:43 pm

Lovely recipe
Easy to do
And delicious
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- Vandana Chauhan
  June 06, 2023 at 7:23 am
  
  Thanks Julie.
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Penny
April 02, 2022 at 3:38 am

Thank you, this is a great recipe that can be tweaked and still be amazingly yummy and satisfying! I use whatever dried fruit I have on hand, mix and match nut butters and nut powders, & more or less cocoa, depending on my craving.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  April 02, 2022 at 8:24 am
  
  Thanks, Penny. Yes, you are right it can be customized easily to suit your taste buds 🙂
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  - Penny
    August 10, 2022 at 10:30 pm
    
    I am back to say, my favorite way to eat these, is straight out of the freezer! ❤️😋❤️ Also, I roll them in a mixture of nut meal and ground oats, so that they are less sticky, and easier to separate from the freezer. Thanks again, I am making my 3rd batch!
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    - Vandana Chauhan
      August 11, 2022 at 9:26 am
      
      Hi Penny. Thank you so much for sharing such a lovely comment. The idea of rolling them in a mixture of nut meal and ground oats sounds so good. I will also try it 🙂
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Lathiya
May 23, 2020 at 11:20 pm

I really love such easy and simple recipes. The dates energy ball looks yum and healthy.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 24, 2020 at 5:42 am
  
  Thank you 🙂
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Jagruti's Cooking Odyssey
May 16, 2020 at 10:51 am

Your post suddenly brought back some memories, while I was studying away from London, whenever mum came to see me she would bring various kind of energy, healthy treats for me, these dates and peanuts was one of them. such a delicious snack!
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 16, 2020 at 12:57 pm
  
  Thank you 🙂
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Sasmita
May 16, 2020 at 8:43 am

Love this easy to make vegan date energy balls. Using chocolate & peanut butter it is really a great idea that too within 15 minutes. Awesome share for sweet tooth 🙂
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 16, 2020 at 10:32 am
  
  Thank you 🙂
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Padma Veeranki
May 16, 2020 at 1:09 am

My husband's favourite snack is any kind of energy balls...Yours with chocolate sounds interesting and must have tasted delicious..Thanks for sharing!!
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 16, 2020 at 7:42 am
  
  Thanks, yes it tastes amazing. These are my husband's favorite too.
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Sapana
May 15, 2020 at 5:16 pm

So healthy and tasty looking energy balls. I love the stepwise pictures and wonderful presentation.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 16, 2020 at 7:42 am
  
  Thanks a lot Sapana.
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Seema Sriram
May 14, 2020 at 4:58 am

Such a handy recipe. I keep something similar when the kids come back from school and love to munch on one when I am back from work too. This recipe will be a variation, so we can have some variety. Thankyou
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 14, 2020 at 7:43 am
  
  Thank you Seema.
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Uma Srinivas
May 14, 2020 at 3:57 am

Date energy balls sound yummy with chocolate and peanut butter. Easy and cooking snacks are perfect for summer!
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 14, 2020 at 7:44 am
  
  Thank you.
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Mayuri Patel
May 13, 2020 at 10:02 pm

Date energy balls are a winner any time.. so healthy and yet a wonderful treat. Thanks for reminding me about these energy balls. Have been wondering what to make that is sweet and yet healthy. Forgot about date energy balls. Using peanut butter is a better option than dairy butter.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 14, 2020 at 7:44 am
  
  Thank you Mayuri 🙂
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Lata Lala
May 12, 2020 at 11:31 pm

Dates energy balls are looking delicious and healthy to munch on when hungry. Adding peanut butter is a smart idea.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 13, 2020 at 10:57 am
  
  Thanks Lata 🙂
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Vanitha Bhat
May 12, 2020 at 5:41 pm

Love these date delights! Love that you have added coconut and peanuts; crunch and flavor! Yumm share dear!
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 12, 2020 at 7:51 pm
  
  Thank you so much Vanitha 🙂
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Pavani
May 12, 2020 at 4:07 am

Such a healthy, nutritious and delicious energy balls these are. Love the use of dates, nuts and coconut in here. Great for snacking any time.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 12, 2020 at 8:30 am
  
  Thank you 🙂
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Shailender Sharma
May 09, 2020 at 9:07 pm

Whenever have leftover peanut butter, leaves a question, "how to use it". You have provided a great and indeed healthy idea of using it. Thank you for the recipe.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 10, 2020 at 7:51 am
  
  Thank you Payal 🙂
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Jolly
May 08, 2020 at 12:30 am

Wow what an idea, the recipe is just perfect for my dessert cravings! Just few ingredients and make an healthy bites. I love the simplicity of it! Thanks for sharing.
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- Vandana Chauhan
  May 08, 2020 at 7:17 am
  
  Thanks a lot Jolly 🙂
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Date Energy balls with chocolate & peanut butter- Under 15 minutes recipe (2024)

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Store these energy balls in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Store in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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There are 121 calories in 1 serving of Energy Balls. Calorie split: 52% fat, 34% carbs, 13% protein.

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Why are energy bites so popular? ›

Energy Bites are a healthy no-bake snack you will actually look forward to! They're filling, easy to make (no food processor needed!) and stay good for days in the fridge. Energy Bites are convenient and perfect for snacks on-the-go or as a sweet treat in the lunchbox!

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Date Energy balls with chocolate & peanut butter- Under 15 minutes recipe (2024)

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Date energy balls with chocolate and peanut butter

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