Lately I have been noticing how sensitive I am to sugar, so I have been baking less and less these days. However, I do have a sweet tooth so I like to find healthier options that still satisfy my cravings. These Brownie Batter Bliss Balls with Cacao and Dates (vegan) are the perfect healthy way to satisfy a sweet craving.
These bliss balls have no added sugar and are only sweetened with dates. They are also ridiculously easy to make.
I love a good date recipe. For more yummy date recipes try my tahini oatmeal date bars or my salted caramel nice cream with dates.
For another amazing energy ball recipe try my friend Arisha's chunky munky energy balls.
Let's get into the recipe.
Why you'll love this recipe
- It is no bake and super easy to make.
- Almond butter packs these balls with healthy fats.
- Thanks to the cacao this recipe is packed with antioxidants.
- It is added sugar free - they're only sweetened with dates!
- It is vegan, dairy free, gluten free.
What ingredients do I need to make cacao brownie bliss balls?
- cacao
- almond butter
- dates
- coconut oil
- oat flour
- vanilla
Substitutions
- Almond butter - can be subbed with another thick nut butter like cashew, I don't recommend using tahini as it is too liquidy. Sunbutter is a good option if you are allergic to nuts.
Equipment
You need a food processor or blender for this recipe. I recommend this cuisinart food processor.
Instructions
Blend together batter.
Roll into balls, top with cacao nibs and salt, and enjoy.
Storage instructions for no sugar added bliss balls
The extra bliss balls can be stored in your fridge in a sealed container for up to ~5 days. They could also probably be frozen and thawed as needed but I haven't tried this.
Recipe FAQ
No, these are essential to the recipe.
Dates have fiber and nutrients like potassium.
Recipe Pro-Tips
Make sure to soften your dates if they are very hard, otherwise the recipe will not blend.
Joolies dates make the absolute best dates. Get them here.
Other yummy and easy plant based treats
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brownie batter bliss balls with cacao and dates (vegan)
Equipment
Ingredients
bliss balls
- 1 cup tightly packed dates about 16 dates If your dates are very hard soak them in water for 10 minutes
- ¼ cup cacao powder
- ¼ cup almond butter sub another thick nut butter like sunbutter or cashew butter
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 3 tablespoon oat flour
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
Optional toppings
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and process until mixture is fully combined and smooth. I had to scrape the sides down of my processor a few times.
- Roll "batter" into 9-10 evenly sized balls. Top with cacao nibs and salt (optional) and dig in.
Laurie Kudoba says
Delicious little treats and so easy to make! A very healthy snack!
Kristi says
Thank you Laurie!
Taylor says
Hi. Will replacing the oat flour with almond flour still work?
Kristi says
hi! Almond flour is a little more oily so I am not sure, you may need to use double the amount
Laurie Kudoba says
Delicious and so easy to make!!
Kristi says
Thanks Laurie!
Jess says
These were terrific and so easy! Thanks so much for sharing!
Kristi says
Thanks Jess!!
lk says
looks great - what is the serving size for the calorie info im seeing pls?
Kristi says
hi, one ball is a serving.
Berri says
Seriously delicious. I rolled mine in shredded coconut and it really made the flavors pop! So sweet and easy! Love it!
Kristi says
Thank you berri!
Nicole Shannon says
These are so DELICIOUS! I could eat them all in one night. Must try this recipe...