No Bake Date Balls Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible no-bake date balls! Sweet, chewy, and packed with nutty goodness, these delightful treats require no oven and are ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick dessert, snack, or party appetizer!

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 73.3 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for No Bake Date Balls

1/2 cup margarine
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups chopped pitted dates
1 cup chopped nuts
1 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
1/2 cup shredded coconut

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How to Make No Bake Date Balls

In a medium saucepan, melt margarine over medium-low heat.
Add granulated sugar and stir until melted and combined.
Whisk in the egg until well blended.
Stir in the chopped dates.
Cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped nuts and rice cereal until evenly distributed.
Let the mixture cool slightly until it's easy to handle (about 5-10 minutes).
Roll the mixture into walnut-sized balls.
Roll each ball in the shredded coconut until completely coated.
Place the date balls on a parchment-lined plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make No Bake Date Balls?

No Bake Date Balls takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in No Bake Date Balls?

No Bake Date Balls has approximately 73.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for No Bake Date Balls?

The key ingredients for No Bake Date Balls are Margarine, Granulated Sugar, Egg, Pitted Dates, Nuts, Crispy Rice Cereal. See the full list with measurements above.