Cocoa-Date Brownie Bites Rolled in Coconut

Steps

1. Step 1

   Put the almonds in a food processor and pulse until they look like coarse sand with a few small pieces left, about 30 seconds. Don't go so far that they turn into butter.

   2 min

   • 1 cup raw almonds
2. Step 2

   Check that every date is pitted, then add the dates, cocoa powder, vanilla and salt to the processor. Run it for 1 to 2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides, until the mixture is dark, sticky and clumps together when you pinch it.

   3 min

   • 10 oz Medjool dates (about 1 1/2 cups packed)
   • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
   • 1 tsp vanilla extract
   • 1/4 tsp fine salt
3. Step 3

   If the mixture is crumbly and won't hold together, add warm water 1 tablespoon at a time and pulse again until it does.

   1 min

   • 1–2 tbsp warm water
4. Step 4

   Spread the shredded coconut on a plate. Scoop the mixture by rounded tablespoons and roll each into a ball between your palms, then roll it in the coconut to coat. Set the bites on a tray or plate as you go. If the mixture sticks to your hands, rinse them with cold water and leave them slightly damp.

   12 min

   • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
5. Step 5

   Chill the bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.

   30 min, hands-off

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Written by AI from an idea

Version 1, saved Oct 5, 2026