Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls (with Pecans and Dates

• Vegan
• Gluten free
• Paleo

• Produce

  • 15 Medjool dates, pitted and roughly chopped

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 1/2 tbsp Cocoa powder
  • 1 pinch Salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 1 tbsp Coconut oil

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 1/3 cup Coconut, unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup Pecans

• Liquids

  • 1 tbsp Water

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Description

Ingredients

• ½ cup pecans (or other nut)
• 15 medjool dates, pitted and roughly chopped
• ⅓ cup shredded unsweetened coconut (plus ¼ cup for rolling)
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1½ tablespoons cocoa powder
• pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

• Put pecans in food processor and pulse until roughly chopped.
• Add remaining ingredients, turn food processor on until well mixed.
• Using a tablespoon measure, spoon out mixture and roll in balls.
• Coat each ball in the remaining ¼ cup shredded coconut.
• Place on a parchment covered baking sheet and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes, until they harden.
• Store in the fridge in a container or plastic bag for up to two weeks.
• Pour yourself a mug of tea, eat an energy ball, and enjoy an afternoon pick-me-up!