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    Author: Donna | Published: May 17, 2019 | Modified: Jun 25, 2020

    Fudgey Mocha Date Bliss Balls

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    mocha date bliss balls

    If you are in need of a little afternoon pick-me-up then these coffee-infused fudgey date bliss balls will give you just that along with a little dose of deliciousness. So easy to pull together and they keep for ages in the freezer.

    mocha bliss balls

    Fudgey Mocha Date Bliss Balls

    These make for the most perfect healthy all-natural snack.

    Mocha Date Bliss Balls can be blended up super quick for when you need something sweet and then stored in the freezer for later in the week.

    The thing I love most about these bliss balls is that they are just for me. With coffee in there and a real coffee flavour to them the kids and hubby stay away. Meaning there's always one in the freezer and I don't have to rush to eat them before someone else finishes them off. Winning.

    It also means I have a nice little 'adults-only' treat to serve with a tea or coffee when someone comes over. Because we all know they eat all the biscuits and you are always left with nothing to serve to unexpected or last-minute guests.

    mocha bliss balls

    What Ingredients Are Needed For Mocha Date Bliss Balls?

    These are so easy. All we need is:

    • dates
    • cacao
    • oats
    • almond meal
    • coffee

    Ever make a coffee in the morning and not get to drink it because one kid loses a shoe, the other gets locked in the bathroom and then you realize the load of washing you put in the dryer last night was never turned on?!? And there's a school uniform in there...

    Nope?

    Just me?

    If this happens to you as well then these mocha date bliss balls are the perfect way to use up that leftover coffee and not let it go to waste.

    mocha bliss balls

    Can I Use Any Dates For Bliss Balls?

    Yes and no.

    Mejdool dates are best. These are the bigger, stickier dates (like these ones) and they will give your bliss balls that great texture you want. You will find them in little containers or big boxes in the fruit and veggie section of most supermarkets.

    If you can't find them you can always sub in some neglet or noor dates, although it will be a little more work. Simply soak them in warm water for 5 mins, drain them and then use them as called for in the recipe.

    mocha bliss balls

    Need More Bliss Ball Recipes To Keep You Going?

    I happen to love bliss balls and always have a couple of different varieties in the freezer.

    A pile of Easy No Bake Cashew and Coconut Date Balls in a white bowl
    • Cashew and Coconut Date Balls
    • Blueberry Crumble Bites
    • Blueberry and Coconut Grab N Go Bars

    Which bliss balls do you think you will try first?

    Recipe

    mocha bliss balls

    Fudgey Mocha Date Bliss Balls

    If you are in need of a little afternoon pick-me-up then these coffee-infused fudgey date bliss balls will give you just that along with a little dose of deliciousness. So easy to pull together and they keep for ages in the freezer.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine Anytime
    Servings 20 serves
    Calories 99 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup pitted dates
    • 1 cup rolled oats (if gluten free make sure they are a gluten free variety)
    • 1 cup almond meal (see notes to make your own)
    • ⅓ cup strong brewed espresso
    • 2 tablespoon raw cacao powder plus more for rolling (optional)
    • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 1 tablespoon plant based protein powder (optional. see note for what I use)
    • pinch sea salt
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    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients to a vitamix or other high powered blender. Blend on low until you get the desired consistency - I prefer mine to have some little chunks, but you may want a smoother result.
    • Roll mixture into balls and roll in extra cacao if desired.
    • Pop into an airtight container and into the fridge for about an hour or until set.
    • These are best if left in the fridge or freezer and just taken out when needed.

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
    For adults, I use Vegan Macromeal Ultimate Superfood from Macrolife Naturals.
    Whole food bellies readers can get 20% off their order by using the code wholefoodbellies10. Although feel free to use whatever protein/superfood powder you have on hand.
    To make your own almond meal just pop whole almonds into a high powered food processor and blend until you get a flour-like consistency.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 99kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 131mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.8mg
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    Comments

    1. Aunt M Kitchen says

      July 07, 2021 at 2:59 pm

      do you have a substitution for the dates? My husband and daughter are allergic to dates, raisins and figs and those are the only substitutions I have found online, and they don't help. So I've read that some other dried fruits are too dry and won't work, so what will?
      Thanks,
      Aunt M

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      • Donna says

        July 12, 2021 at 5:11 pm

        Hey, the only other dried fruit I have used in bliss balls is dried apricot, but I don't think those flavours would work well here...how about dried plums?

        Reply
    2. Amanda says

      February 25, 2021 at 5:06 am

      These are amazing even passed my 8 year olds taste test! I did work out calories again against the ingredients and if making 20 balls it actually came out at 69.9 calories a bliss ball... I did omit the protein powder.

      Really pleased thank you for the recipe

      Reply
      • Donna says

        February 26, 2021 at 9:36 am

        Always a win when something passes the kids taste test 🙂 Glad you enjoyed!!

        Reply
    3. Amanda says

      June 04, 2019 at 10:35 am

      I just bought a huge package of Medjool dates at Costco and have been looking for recipes to use them, and this is going to be at the top of my list! I can always use a little coffee in my life and these little bites look like the perfect treat. I'm going to have to hide them in my freezer so I don't have to share! 🙂

      Reply
    4. Trish Bozeman says

      May 31, 2019 at 3:05 am

      Bliss balls are always a hit in our house! They never last more than a day or two though. And add that coffee kick in there and GAME OVER! A must make for sure!

      Reply
      • Donna says

        June 05, 2019 at 1:26 pm

        Sounds like my house 🙂

        Reply
    5. Dana says

      May 29, 2019 at 3:07 am

      Oh gosh. These are fantastic. I usually whip up some date-based 3-ingredient energy bars, but I've been wanting to change it up a bit as of late. I love love love the addition of cocoa and espresso! Such a nice treat for a coffee lover like myself.

      Reply
    6. Debra says

      May 28, 2019 at 10:06 am

      Love a chocolate bliss ball. Why have I never thought to put coffee in it tho? Genius! It's like one stop shopping...and many mornings call for just that. Great idea. Can't wait to try...probably tomorrow!!

      Reply
    7. Tracy says

      May 28, 2019 at 9:28 am

      Oh my god it’s like I wrote this- I need a sweet snack that my husband will stay away from! And the espresso in this will totally do the trick!! Yeesss so excited to make a batch for our freezer for me!

      Reply
    8. Sandra Shaffer says

      May 26, 2019 at 9:13 am

      I'm always looking for a little chocolate pick-me-up treat in the evenings. These hit the spot! Just the right amount to feel satisfied!

      Reply
      • Donna says

        May 27, 2019 at 1:10 pm

        Yay, so glad!! They always help get me through that evening slump without the need for a whole coffee!

        Reply
    9. Jenni LeBaron says

      May 24, 2019 at 4:12 am

      Yum! These mocha date bliss balls look like the perfect chocolatey treat for the end of a meal. But the fact that theres coffee in them means I can eat them for breakfast too, right. Atleast that's what I'm telling myself!

      Reply
      • Donna says

        May 27, 2019 at 1:12 pm

        Defintiely 🙂

        Reply
    10. Gloria says

      May 22, 2019 at 12:53 am

      Well these have coffee and chocolate...so they work for me. Love to pop these in my mouth as I am walking out the door (especially when time to eat is limited). Makes a great after-school snack for the grandkids too. I am always on the lookout for healthy alternatives to give them.

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      • Donna says

        May 22, 2019 at 8:18 pm

        Ha I am with you on that, I am always grabbing a last minute snack on the way out the door!

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