No Bake Fudge Balls
These delicious no-bake fudge balls are a quick, healthy treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Dried Fruits
- 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted and softened if dry)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut preferred, warmed slightly)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional toppings
- chopped nuts, dried fruit, or sea salt (for rolling or flavoring)
Instructions
- Pulse dates in a food processor until sticky, about 30 seconds. Soak dry dates in warm water for 10 minutes if needed, then drain.
- Add cocoa powder, oats, nut butter, honey, and vanilla. Blend until thick and fudgy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Check mixture: if too dry, add water or more nut butter; if too sticky, add oats. Mix until desired consistency.
- Form mixture into balls using about a tablespoon each. Place on parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Optional: roll in toppings before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.