Chocolate Date Protein Balls (Naturally Sweet & Energising)

Chocolate Date Protein Balls Dipped in Coconut and Chopped Nuts

Looking for a quick, no-bake snack that’s naturally sweet, protein-packed, and actually tastes like a treat? These Chocolate Date Protein Balls are everything you need — made with whole ingredients and ready in under 10 minutes.

They’re rich, fudgy, and satisfying, with no refined sugar in sight. Perfect as a grab-and-go snack, post-workout bite, or healthy dessert alternative.

⭐ Why You’ll Love These Protein Balls:

• Naturally sweetened with dates — no added sugar

• Customisable with nuts, protein powder, seeds, or spices

• Vegan and gluten-free

• No baking required — just blend, roll, and chill

• Kid-friendly and lunchbox approved

  
  

🍫 Ingredients:

• 250g pitted dates (soaked in hot water for 5–10 minutes if firm)

• 1 cup (120g) mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts, etc.)

• 3 tbsp cocoa powder

• 2 tbsp nut butter (optional — adds richness and helps bind, I used Almond Butter)

• 1 scoop protein powder (optional — or sub with 2 tbsp oats or ground flaxseed, I used Salted Caramel Protein Powder)

• 1 tsp maple syrup (optional — adds richness and helps bind)

• Pinch of salt

• Optional extras: vanilla extract, cinnamon, chia seeds, shredded coconut

  
  

🥣 Method:

1. If your dates are dry, soak them in hot water for 5–10 minutes, then drain.

2. Add the nuts to a food processor and pulse until roughly ground.

3. Add dates, cocoa powder, nut butter, protein powder (or alternative), salt, maple syrup and any extras.

4. Blend until the mixture sticks together when pressed. If too dry, add a tiny splash of water.

5. Scoop and roll into balls. Wet fingers slightly if mixture is too sticky.

6. Optional: Roll in shredded coconut, chopped nuts, freeze dried fruit or cocoa powder.

7. Chill for 15–30 minutes to firm up.

   
   

🧊 Storage:

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.

💡 Variations:

• Add orange zest or peppermint extract for a flavour twist

• Mix in chia seeds or flax for fibre

• Coat in dark chocolate for a dessert version

• Roll in dessicated coconut or chopped nuts for a delicious flavour addition

  
  

Final Thoughts:

These chocolate date protein balls are a simple, nourishing snack you can feel good about — and crave again and again. Batch them on Sunday and thank yourself all week.