Date Snowballs

Sweet, chewy, and delightfully simple, Date Snowballs are a no-bake treat that brings wholesome flavors and festive charm to your dessert table. This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of pitted dates with the crunch of chopped nuts and a hint of graham cracker flavor, all wrapped in a blanket of unsweetened shredded coconut. Ready in just 20 minutes, these bite-sized delights require minimal effort and no oven time, making them perfect for busy days or last-minute entertaining. With their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these Date Snowballs are a healthier alternative to traditional sweets and can be served chilled straight from the refrigerator. Perfect for the holidays, parties, or as an everyday snack, these versatile treats will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups pitted dates
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds)
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened, for coating)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.

Step 2

Add the pitted dates to the saucepan and mash them gently with the back of a spoon as they soften. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the mixture forms a paste-like consistency.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, chopped nuts, and graham cracker crumbs. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Step 4

Let the mixture cool until it is safe to handle, about 5-10 minutes.

Step 5

Using clean hands, take approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 6

Spread the shredded coconut on a plate or shallow dish. Roll each date ball in the coconut until fully coated.

Step 7

Place the coated date snowballs on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(938.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4071.6

Total Fat 231.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 163.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 821.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 521.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 79.2g	0%
Total Sugars 368.6g
Protein 46.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 468.8mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 4825.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.8%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 47.9%