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Chocolate Brownie Date Balls

Deliciously Healthy Chocolate Brownie Date Balls to Savor

Enjoy guilt-free Chocolate Brownie Date Balls made from wholesome ingredients for a delicious treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Walnuts Provides healthy fats and a crunchy texture; substitute with pecans or almonds for variety.
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates The main source of sweetness and moisture, giving a rich flavor; Deglet Noor dates can be used for a firmer texture.
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Purée Adds moisture, flavor, and nutrition; can be swapped with mashed bananas or other fruit purées.
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Gives chocolate flavor; using Dutch process enhances richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor; no substitutes needed.
For Rolling
  • 1/4 cup Ground Walnuts Use to roll the balls for extra crunch; you can add unsweetened cocoa powder.

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chocolate Brownie Date Balls
  1. Ground the Walnuts: Place 1/3 cup of walnuts in a food processor and pulse until finely ground, resembling coarse sand, about 30 seconds.
  2. Blend the Mixture: Combine remaining walnuts, pitted Medjool dates, pumpkin purée, cocoa powder, sea salt, and vanilla extract in the food processor. Blend for 1-2 minutes until smooth and thick.
  3. Form the Balls: Scoop the blended mixture and roll into 8 golf ball-sized portions, compacting each ball firmly.
  4. Roll in Ground Walnuts: Roll each ball in the reserved ground walnuts until fully coated.
  5. Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

Ensure dates are pitted before blending. Chill mixture if too sticky after blending.