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    Home » Easy Desserts & Sweet Treats » Pistachio Date Balls

    Pistachio Date Balls

    Published: Feb 28, 2021 · Modified: May 2, 2023 by Helen·

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    Pistachio Date Balls are a healthy way to satisfy a sweet tooth. They are so easy and quick to make that you will be sworn off buying healthy snacks ever again. All you need to do is blitz a few key ingredients in a food processor, stir in the chopped pistachios, roll into balls and pop them in the fridge.

    I am a huge fan of dates, mostly because I love sugar. Somehow their sweetness is able to trick my brain into thinking I have had chocolate. I really wanted to incorporate dates into a healthy and satisfying snack that would combat my mid-afternoon energy slumps. I decided to mix them with pistachios, one of my favourite nuts, and a little peanut butter to add some protein and crunchiness.

    If you are like me and you often find yourself reaching for chocolate and biscuits to sustain your energy levels these Pistachio Date Balls are an excellent alternative. They also freeze well, so are perfect for weekend batching.

    Pistachio Date Balls on a plate

    Key ingredients and alternatives

    • Dates - I use Medjool dates because they are soft and mix well with the other ingredients. They are also the most widely available variety of dates. Other types of dates should also work well in this recipe.
    • Pistachios - roughly chopped pistachios add protein and crunch. You could substitute them for another type of nut if you keep the volume the same.
    • Peanut butter - helps to bind the balls together and adds an additional nutty flavour. You can use another nut butter if you prefer.
    • Cinnamon - for additional flavour.
    • Honey or maple syrup - binds the balls together.
    • Salt - this is optional, sometimes the peanut butter will provide enough saltiness but you may also want to add a small pinch of salt to taste.
    ingredients

    How to make Pistachio Date Balls

    1. Combine the ingredients in a food processor

    Place all of the ingredients except for the pistachios into a food processor and blitz until combined. Do not put the pistachios in at this point unless you want them to be ground into a fine consistency. If your dates are a little dry, as older dates sometimes are, you can place them in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute to soften them before you mix them with the other ingredients.

    ingredients combined in a food processor

    2. Mix in the pistachios

    Transfer the blended date mixture into a bowl and mix in the chopped pistachios. I use my hands to do this.

    date mixture and pistachios mixed in a bowl

    3. Form the balls

    Roll the mixture into even-sized balls, place them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge or freeze for later.

    finished pistachio date balls

    FAQs

    How long do Pistachio Date Balls balls keep for?

    They can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to one week.

    Can you freeze Pistachio Date Balls?

    Yes, they can be frozen in a sealed bag or airtight container for up to 3 months.

    Are Pistachio Date Balls healthy?

    Yes, dates are a rich source of iron and fibre. Pistachios contain healthy fats and protein that will keep you satiated for a while.

    Do you need a food processor to make Pistachio Date balls?

    Ideally yes, you will struggle to achieve the right consistency without one. If you don't have one, cut the dates as finely as you can with a sharp knife before mixing them with the other ingredients.

    More sweet treats:

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    Pistachio Date Balls


    • Author: Helen
    • Prep Time: 20
    • Total Time: 20
    • Yield: 8-10 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    Soft medjool dates and crunchy pistachios rolled into yummy bite-sized balls. A quick, easy and delicious healthy snack. 

    Recipe yields 8-10 balls. Use the scaling buttons below to double or triple the quantity. 


    Ingredients

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    • 130g (or ½ cup) dates - stones removed
    • 1 tbsp peanut butter or other nut butter
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey 
    • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp vanilla essence
    • Pinch of sea or kosher salt (optional)
    • 70g (or ⅓ cup) pistachios - (roughly chopped) 

    Instructions

    1. Place the dates, peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla essence and sea salt in a food processor and blitz until smooth and incorporated. (Note 1 and 2)
    2. Transfer the blended date mixture to a bowl and mix in the chopped pistachios.  I use my hands to do this.
    3. Roll the mixture into 8-10 even-sized balls.
    4. Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge or freeze for later.

    Notes

    1. If the dates are a little older and a little dry you can place them in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute to soften them.
    2. If you are unsure about whether to add salt incorporate the other ingredients first and taste the mixture.
    • Category: Main
    • Cuisine: Western

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1
    • Calories: 114
    • Sugar: 13.2g
    • Sodium: 164mg
    • Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 0.7g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 4.1g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 17g
    • Fiber: 2.3g
    • Protein: 2.5g
    • Cholesterol: 0g

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