These three no-bake vegan energy-ball variations use separate, measured ingredient lists. Chocolate–peanut butter and coconut–lemon bind with dates; oat–raisin uses seed butter and maple syrup. The old oat–raisin version included honey, which did not fit its vegan label.
Three no-bake variations
Chocolate–Peanut Butter Date Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed, pitted soft dates
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1–2 tbsp water, only if needed
Directions
- Pulse the dates in a food processor until chopped.
- Add peanut butter, cocoa and oats; pulse until the mixture holds when pressed. If dry, add water a teaspoon at a time.
- Shape into about 12 balls and chill until firm.
Coconut–Lemon Date Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed, pitted soft dates
- 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus more for rolling
- Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Directions
- Pulse all ingredients until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Shape into about 12 balls and roll in extra coconut.
- Chill until firm. If too wet to shape, process in a little more coconut.
Oat–Raisin Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup sunflower-seed butter or peanut butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Directions
- Pulse oats and raisins briefly.
- Add seed butter, maple syrup and cinnamon; pulse until combined.
- Shape into about 12 balls and chill until firm.
Texture and ingredient notes
If the dates are dry, soften them in warm water and drain well before processing. The mixture should hold when pressed but should not be a paste. Add a teaspoon of water to a crumbly date mixture; add oats or coconut to one that is too sticky. Use certified gluten-free oats when preparing the oat version for someone who needs to avoid gluten. Peanut butter and sunflower-seed butter have different allergen profiles; check packaging and kitchen cross-contact before making any allergy-related claim.
Keep the finished balls covered in the refrigerator. Ingredient moisture and handling vary, so inspect leftovers and discard any with an off smell or visible spoilage. For more batch-cooking ideas, see vegan meal prep ideas.
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