Raspberry Bliss Balls with Dates Recipe
Raspberry Bliss Balls with Dates are a healthy, no-bake snack combining the natural sweetness of Medjool dates, fresh or frozen raspberries, rolled oats, and coconut. Enhanced with chia seeds and a hint of vanilla, these nutritious energy bites are perfect for a quick treat or a boost of energy anytime. Optionally rolled in extra coconut or cacao powder, these bliss balls offer a deliciously tangy and sweet flavor with a satisfying chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 20 bliss balls depending on size
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Healthy / Snack
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups desiccated coconut
- 1 ⅓ cups raspberries, fresh or frozen
- 18 Medjool dates, pitted (about 330 grams once pitted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons acai powder (optional)
Optional for Rolling or Garnish
- Extra desiccated coconut
- Cacao powder
- Melted dark chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Start by ensuring your dates are pitted. Use either fresh or frozen raspberries according to availability. Gather all ingredients to have them ready for processing.
- Blend the Mixture: Place rolled oats, desiccated coconut, raspberries, pitted Medjool dates, vanilla paste or extract, chia seeds, pinch of salt, and optional acai powder into a food processor. Blend the ingredients until the mixture breaks down and begins to stick together, which usually takes a couple of minutes. Pause to scrape down the sides of the food processor once or twice to ensure an even blend.
- Form Balls: Using clean hands, roll the sticky mixture into firm balls of your preferred size, typically about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter for easy snacking.
- Optional Coating: If desired, roll the bliss balls in extra desiccated coconut or cacao powder to add texture and extra flavor. Alternatively, drizzle with melted dark chocolate for an indulgent finish.
- Chill and Serve: Place the bliss balls in the refrigerator to chill until firm. Serve chilled as a nutritious snack or energy bite anytime you need a boost.
Notes
- Using frozen raspberries may add extra moisture; you might need to adjust the amount of oats or coconut slightly if the mixture feels too wet.
- Acai powder is optional but adds a boost of antioxidants and a subtle berry flavor.
- Medjool dates are preferred for their natural sweetness and sticky texture, which help bind the mixture.
- Store the bliss balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze them for longer storage.
- These bliss balls are naturally gluten-free if using gluten-free oats.
