No-Bake Mocha Balls
on Aug 18, 2020, Updated Sep 03, 2024
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These vegan no-bake mocha balls are easy to make in 10 minutes with just 7 wholesome ingredients.
About the Recipe
These chocolate and coffee energy bites are perfect for coffee lovers! They’re vegan, gluten-free, oil-free, have no added sugar and can be made in just minutes for a sweet treat or snack.
They’re easy to customize with different nuts and add-ins and they store well for snacking on-the-go. Try them for hiking, road trips, lunch on-the-go or just stash in the freezer for a snack anytime.
If you love the classic combination of chocolate and coffee, you can try similar flavours and ingredients in these No-Bake Coffee Energy Bars, Vegan Coconut Coffee Protein Balls, No-Bake Coffee Coconut Energy Bars and No-Bake Chocolate Coffee Energy Bites.
Ingredients
- Cashews: Use plain, raw cashews with no added oil or salt. You can substitute walnuts, pecans or almonds.
- Dates: Any variety works as long as they’re soft and moist. If your dates are dry or hard, you’ll need to soak them in hot water for 15 minutes before using.
- Cocoa Powder: Regular cocoa powder works great or you can use raw cacao powder for extra nutrition.
- Coffee: Use any finely ground coffee, just make sure it’s decaf if you’re sensitive to caffeine or plan to enjoy these later in the day or evening .
- Chocolate: Chopped dark chocolate or dairy-free chocolate chips work.
This list is not complete. Please see the recipe card at the end of the post for the complete ingredient list with measurements and detailed instructions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1. Add everything except the chocolate chips to a food processor and mix into a thick, sticky dough.
Step 2. Add the chocolate and pulse a few times to combine.
Finally, roll the dough into balls, coating in cocoa or coconut if desired, and enjoy!
Storing
- Fridge: Up to 2 weeks in a sealed container.
- Freezer: Up to 3 months in a sealed container or freezer-safe bag. Won’t freeze solid but they do get quite hard so best to thaw for 10-15 minutes before enjoying.
- Room Temperature: If taking to-go, they’re ok out of the fridge for up to a couple of days. Freeze first and keep in a cool place, if possible.
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No-Bake Mocha Balls
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews, 150 g
- 1 cup packed soft pitted dates, 220 g
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder, 15 g
- 3 tbsp finely ground coffee, 14 g
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped dark chocolate or dairy-free chocolate chips, 80 g
Instructions
- Add everything but the chocolate to a food processor and mix into a thick, sticky dough. You should easily be able to press it together between your fingers.
- Add the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips and pulse a few times to combine.
- Use your hands to roll the dough into 18 balls. It can help to use wet hands if the dough is sticky. If desired, roll each ball in shredded coconut or cocoa powder.
Notes
Nutrition
Originally published on September 25, 2015.
Can I sub oats for cashews?
I’m not sure, I’ve never tried that. It may work but the texture would be different. Let me know if you try it.
Oh la la sounds divine! Do you think these would work without the Coffee and using Cayenne for a Mexican Hot Chocolate vibe??
Sure. I’d start with 1/2 tsp of cayenne and go from there!