Moroccan · Snack
Date & Walnut Energy Balls
Blending Morocco's famous Medjool and Boufeggous dates with toasted walnuts and a touch of cinnamon makes a simple no-bake sweet, closely related to the date-nut pastes used to stuff other Moroccan treats but eaten on their own as a quick snack.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 15 min
- Serves
- 12
- Level
- Easy
Ingredients
- 250 g pitted Medjool dates
- 100 g walnuts, toasted
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp orange blossom water
- Pinch of salt
- Sesame seeds or shredded coconut, for rolling
Method
- 1
Soften the dates
If the dates are firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- 2
Blend
Pulse the dates, walnuts, cinnamon, orange blossom water and salt in a food processor until it forms a sticky, coarse paste.
- 3
Shape
Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls between your palms.
- 4
Coat
Roll each ball in sesame seeds or shredded coconut to finish.
- 5
Chill
Chill for 20 minutes to firm up before serving.
Chef's tips
- If the mixture feels too dry to hold together, add a date or two more rather than water.
- These keep well in the fridge for up to two weeks in an airtight container.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use other nuts?
Almonds or a mix of almonds and walnuts both work well in place of walnuts alone.