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Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls Make A Great Healthy Snack!

December 27, 2019 by Kelly 58 Comments

Eating healthy is not always easy. I have found, it is not always tasty either! Since being diagnosed with diabetes a few months ago, my recipes have changed. I have had to find substitutes for sugar and carbs. The challenge is to find substitutes that don’t taste like cardboard. That has proven easier said than done! I finally found a recipe that was not only delicious, but good for you too! My Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls make a great healthy snack!

Eating healthy is not always easy. It seems everything tastes like cardboard! Not so with my new favorite recipe! My Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls make a great healthy snack!

Ah, chocolate and coconut… one of my favorite flavor combinations! This recipe for my Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls satisfies my sweet tooth. It also keeps my sugar intake down. The recipe makes approximately 18 to 20 bites of yummy goodness. Each ball, packed with some energy to help you through the day! My kids love these as much as I do. It is a great after-school snack for them and a post-workout snack for me.

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Using a food processor is practically a must for whipping up this Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls recipe. There’s a whole lot of chopping and grinding going on! I’m not saying you can’t make this snack without one. It does make the process much easier.

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Whoever discovered that soaking dates in warm water makes them easier to chop is my new baking BFF. If you use a lot of dates in holiday recipes, it’s a tip you don’t want to forget. Also, rub a bit of coconut oil on your hands. This makes forming the Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls easier.

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Do you have a little baker, who loves to help in the kitchen? If so, I’m sure you won’t have a problem recruiting him (or her) to help you make the balls and roll them in coconut. After all, a little stickiness never hurt anyone! If possible, use pure maple syrup, as the ingredient list indicates. Nothing else comes close to the rich, over-the-top maple taste of real maple syrup.

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The last step is to chill the Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls in the freezer for approximately 30 minutes. Store them in the fridge, in an airtight container. Because dates don’t completely freeze, you can also store them in the freezer if you prefer a colder bite of yumminess. The choice is up to you! If you love this recipe, be sure to try my Nutty Chocolate and Cranberry Energy Bites! Are you diabetic? Try these No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites!

Looking for a recipe that is as good for you as it tastes? My Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls are the perfect healthy snack!

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Healthy Chocolate Coconut Energy Balls

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups dates
  • 1 1/4 cups chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons warm water, if needed
  • 5 tablespoons raw cacao powder
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons shredded coconut for mixing
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 2/3 cup shredded coconut for rolling

Instructions

  1. Place the dates in a bowl of warm water for twenty minutes to soften (this makes them easier to blend!). While they're soaking, grind the walnuts in a food processor. Leave a few chunks for texture.
  2. Add the dates to a food processor and blend until mostly combined (but still a few walnut chunks). Add the water slowly (if needed) to keep blending. You may need to pause and scrape down the sides. The mixture will be very sticky.
  3. Scrape the mixture into a bowl.
  4. Add in the cacao, first bit of coconut and maple syrup. Mix with a fork until everything is combined and "wet looking". The mixture will be back to being very sticky.
  5. Prepare for rolling: grab a large plate or cutting board and line with parchment paper. Pour the rest of the shredded coconut onto another plate. Grab the coconut oil and place a dollop on the edge f the parchment paper or in a bowl.
  6. Now it's time to get messy. Grease your hands with a bit of coconut oil, grab some of the date mixture and roll it into a ball (about one inch in diameter). The coconut oil helps it from sticking to your hands.
  7. Once rolled, place the ball into the plate of coconut and sprinkle/roll it all about pressing down to make sure it sticks. Place the coconut covered ball onto the parchment paper.
  8. Do this until you're out of mixture (makes 18-20 balls).
  9. Place the balls into the freezer to set for thirty minutes. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge to munch on and for quick grab and go snacks!
  10. Note: dates don't freeze completely so you can pop these tasty bites into your mouth right out of the freezer!
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What is your favorite go-to healthy snack? I would love to hear in the comments below!

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Hi! My name is Kelly. I am a Southern mom, autism advocate, camera bug, foodie & crafter. Never miss a budget friendly recipe, DIY/craft project or fun tip

Comments

  1. candy says

    May 2, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    The grandkids and I make energy balls all the time. It is one of their favorite snacks. Plus they like to help roll the balls. We do cover our sometimes with coconut, the non sweetened organic kind of coconut.

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  2. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says

    May 2, 2017 at 4:47 pm

    They are healthy AND super delicious. That’s the holy grail. I love it!

    Reply
  3. Jeanette says

    May 2, 2017 at 4:47 pm

    I am always looking for a healthy snack. I have a huge sweet tooth and I’m trying hard to curb it! This would be a great way to do that.

    Reply
  4. Colleen Lanin says

    May 2, 2017 at 5:02 pm

    Yum! I’m always glad when I can find a healthy snack recipe that’s also super delicious. Thank you!

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  5. Maureen says

    May 2, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    These look really delicious. I will have to make them right after I make the other recipe I have on the counter to try. I love the idea of coconut, it’s a delicious addition to these chocolate energy balls!

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  6. Bill Sweeney says

    May 2, 2017 at 5:21 pm

    Those sound awesome. I just recently started getting my gut back under control, and something like this can help me do that and still eat a delicious treat. Thanks a lot.

    Reply
  7. Liz Mays says

    May 2, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    These are going to be great after school snacks! Sometimes you need a good combination of sweetness and protein to get you going again after a long day.

    Reply
  8. Mary Songer says

    May 2, 2017 at 7:23 pm

    I made these and they are really good. The only change I made was toasting the coconut. The dates have a wonderful flavor.

    Reply
  9. Pam says

    May 2, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    I Have been hearing a lot about energy balls lately. This recipe sounds really good.

    Reply
  10. Marysa says

    May 2, 2017 at 9:14 pm

    These look very tasty! I have made energy bites before, but not with dates. I would love to try this out, and I’m sure my kids would like these too.

    Reply
  11. Joely Smith says

    May 2, 2017 at 10:24 pm

    I pinned this because I am going to make it! I love healthy but YUMMY treats and this one caught my eye! Thank you for the recipe. I love the mix of ingredients and they look like a fun thing to make with the family!

    Reply
  12. Yeu Doi says

    May 2, 2017 at 11:10 pm

    Healthy + coconut + chocolate… I am in! They look so yummy! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  13. Mandee says

    May 2, 2017 at 11:24 pm

    Oh, these look delicious! I will definitely have to try this recipe!

    Reply
  14. tonni says

    May 3, 2017 at 4:15 am

    thank you for sharing this. will make this for my family

    Reply
  15. mycraftingworld says

    May 3, 2017 at 6:24 am

    This sounds so good. It is easy enough for the girls to do almost all of it. I love having them help in the kitchen. Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply
  16. David Elliott says

    May 3, 2017 at 7:29 am

    I used to make balls similar to this when I was a child. And then I have made them a few times for my daughter now that I am a parent. The y are really good and she enjoyes them.

    Reply
  17. Brianne says

    May 3, 2017 at 7:54 am

    I love anything with coconut in it. These look super yummy!

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  18. Angela Bethea says

    May 3, 2017 at 8:42 am

    Thanks for the tips especially about soaking the dates first. I absolutely love sweets so this Coconut Covered Chocolate Energy Balls looks really yummy!

    Reply
  19. Melissa Dixon says

    May 3, 2017 at 9:40 am

    This looks really good and I am not even kidding when I tell you that I am starting to drool a little bit I need to try this out, now!!!

    Reply
  20. Michelle Waller says

    May 3, 2017 at 9:51 am

    Oh my goodness!! These look so delicious. I love that they are energy balls covered in chocolate!!

    Reply
  21. MONICA Y says

    May 3, 2017 at 9:52 am

    They look delicious and healthy. My son would love them, and I cannot wait to make them and bring them to work as snacks

    Reply
  22. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

    May 3, 2017 at 10:40 am

    This looks REALLY good!! I will definitely try these soon!

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  23. Rebecca Swenor says

    May 3, 2017 at 11:38 am

    These coconut covered chocolate energy balls sound so good and would make for a great snack idea. We love dates in my house and anything covered in chocolate so I will have to make these balls for sure. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    Reply
  24. Jennifer says

    May 3, 2017 at 11:40 am

    These look super delicious! I love coconut and chocolate together and these are perfect.

    Reply
  25. Terri Beavers says

    May 3, 2017 at 12:26 pm

    I’ve got a Birthday coming up and I decided I was going to start living healthier. I’ve been cooking healthier as well. I love everything about these energy balls and all of the ingredients in them. I can’t wait to try them.

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  26. Chrishelle Ebner says

    May 3, 2017 at 12:27 pm

    I am making these. I love coconut. My best friend and I are trying to eat healthier, but we love sweet snacks. I think this will definitely tame our sweet tooth.

    Reply
  27. uprunforlife says

    May 3, 2017 at 2:49 pm

    These energy balls sound delicious. I will have to give them a try. I have a terrible sweet tooth and I need to find healthier alternatives to junk food.

    Reply
  28. Rosey says

    May 3, 2017 at 5:38 pm

    I like that they are bite-sized. These would be perfect for weekend snacking here.

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  29. Beeb Ashcroft says

    May 3, 2017 at 7:34 pm

    These look and sound super easy to make. I love coconut so these are right up my alley.

    Reply
  30. Lana simanovicki says

    May 3, 2017 at 8:20 pm

    I gotta try making these

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  31. Shannon Graham says

    May 3, 2017 at 8:20 pm

    These legit made my mouth water. I love coconut anything.

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  32. Kristi says

    May 3, 2017 at 9:16 pm

    Yum! The hard part would be just eating one or two! I might have to make them and hide em from my husband.

    Reply
  33. E H says

    May 3, 2017 at 10:18 pm

    This is an absolutely amazing recipe. I love nuts and dates, and sometimes it is just boring to eat them plain – this is such a great idea for combining all of my favorite ingredients!

    Reply
  34. Victoria Heckstall says

    May 4, 2017 at 12:05 am

    Make a date to whip together these date-stuffed snacks — stat. Rolled in chocolate and shredded coconut, these decadent truffles are a healthy snack disguised as dessert.

    Reply
  35. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    May 4, 2017 at 1:07 am

    Yummy! And best of all, they are easy to make! I will make these and take it with me to our Mother’s Day Family get together. I was assigned to take care of the desserts this year, so these coconut covered chocolate energy balls will be on the dessert buffet for sure.

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  36. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    May 4, 2017 at 2:10 am

    Thanks for the recipe. These coconut covered chocolate energy balls sure look delicious. I will make them tonight for dessert. I wish there was a way for me to get fresh grated coconut. That would make this recipe even more delicious!

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  37. Dogvills says

    May 4, 2017 at 8:01 am

    These energy balls look delicious. This makes a perfect after school snack for the kiddos.

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  38. Cynthia R says

    May 4, 2017 at 11:18 am

    Hmmmm these energy balls look and sound like dessert to me! This is definitely a must try!

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  39. Amanda Love says

    May 4, 2017 at 1:05 pm

    I love the idea! It’s perfect for people who work out as well. It’s a nice snack before they head to the gym!

    Reply
  40. Carol Cassara says

    May 4, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    I think these are perfect for people who are following a strict diet like me! I think it’s easy to make as well!

    Reply
  41. Shannon Gurnee says

    May 4, 2017 at 4:25 pm

    I love coconut. This sounds like a yummy recipe!

    Reply
  42. Irene Lirette says

    May 4, 2017 at 5:30 pm

    Oh yummm! I’m all about Healthy and Delicious! These are a must try! Thanks so much for sharing this recipe 🙂

    Reply
  43. Mimi Green says

    May 5, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    They look delicious, I love coconut and I don’t get enough of it. Nutritious and delicious is the way to go.

    Reply
  44. Margaret S Porter says

    May 5, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    These look great. Think i will try them for a work snack. My energy is zapped by 12 most days!

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  45. sara says

    May 6, 2017 at 8:24 am

    I have an open bag of coconut that I have been dying to use up! I am definitely making these energy bars with my daughter today!

    Reply
  46. Marcie W. says

    May 6, 2017 at 8:13 pm

    These look delicious and I’m sure they make an amazing snack suggestion. I can see me popping a few after a workout.

    Reply
  47. Tara L says

    May 7, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    These remind me of date balls I used to eat years ago when this health store used to be around my area, but no longer there now they were so good and delicious now I lost taste or not interested in them anymore, but these look good and tasty. May have to try them out.

    Reply
  48. Mallory Bailey says

    May 8, 2017 at 5:51 pm

    Those look delicious! I will definitely have to try to make them!

    Reply
  49. Kelly M. says

    May 9, 2017 at 8:47 pm

    These look so easy! I love healthy snacks that don’t taste terrible

    Reply
  50. Oyinkan Ogunleye says

    May 16, 2017 at 10:39 am

    oMG I haven’t had coconut in so long! This definitely looks like a great delicious snack!

    Reply
  51. Margot C says

    May 16, 2017 at 5:35 pm

    I love these. I’m all about coconut oil and maple syrup these days. I might make these with pecans instead too.

    Reply
  52. Cheryl Everitt says

    May 22, 2017 at 11:15 am

    Now this is the kind of snack we need around here. Sweeter than stolen honey.

    Reply
  53. Jenna Hudson says

    July 15, 2017 at 3:59 am

    I have been recently obsessed with making energy balls. I love rolling them in something on the outside so that they aren’t as sticky.

    Reply
  54. mycraftingworld says

    September 15, 2017 at 6:35 am

    This looks so good and I am sure the girls would love to make them with me. I like soaking the dates in warm water too. I always soak my raisins in warm water before I put them in cookies. It makes sure they are not little hard rocks when eating them.

    Reply
  55. Sherrie Cruson says

    October 22, 2017 at 2:16 am

    My brother-in-law was also just diagnosed with diabetes and now that his eating habits have to change I’ve been looking for good healthy recipes to prepare when he comes over.. Especially now that the holidays are right around the corner and temptation is everywhere. I’d hate for him to end up back in the hospital again. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  56. mycraftingworld says

    November 21, 2017 at 7:47 am

    I want to make these for the girls soccer team. They work so hard.

    Reply
  57. Amy D says

    December 11, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    This looks like the perfect pre-workout treat when I workout early in the morning, but not hungry enough to eat a breakfast. My children would also love this. Thank you for sharing this healthy, yummy treat!

    Reply
  58. mycraftingworld says

    April 23, 2018 at 6:37 am

    I have made these a couple of time. They are so good. Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply

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