How to Make the Perfect Coconut Date Rolls
Middle Eastern · Easy · 45 min · 18 servings
Coconut date rolls are a naturally sweet kid friendly treat made from just a handful of wholesome ingredients with no added sugar. Kids enjoy the chewy sweet texture and rolling them in coconut makes them a fun hands on recipe to make together.
Why this recipe works
This Coconut Date Rolls recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 45 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 85 calories with 1g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cups Medjool dates pitted
- 0.5 cup unsweetened shredded coconut plus more for rolling
- 0.25 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Process the Dates
Place pitted Medjool dates into a food processor and process until a smooth sticky paste forms. If dates are very dry soak them in warm water for 10 minutes then drain before processing.
Step 2: Add Remaining Ingredients
Add shredded coconut almond flour vanilla extract and cinnamon to the food processor. Pulse until everything is combined and the mixture forms a uniform sticky dough ball.
Step 3: Chill the Dough
Transfer the mixture to a bowl cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Chilling makes the dough easier to handle and helps the rolls hold their shape when formed.
Step 4: Roll and Coat
Spread extra shredded coconut on a flat plate. Scoop tablespoon sized portions roll into smooth logs or balls then roll in the coconut until fully coated. Refrigerate until serving.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- almond flour → oat flour for a nut free version
- Medjool dates → any soft pitted dates like Deglet Noor though the texture may be slightly less creamy
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using dry hard dates without soaking first which results in a crumbly mixture that will not hold together
- Processing the mixture too little leaving large date chunks that make rolling uneven
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 85 calories, 1g protein, 14g carbs, 3g fat, 2g fiber.
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