Date and nut balls

Ingredients

• 1/4 up dried coconut flakes, unsweetened
• 1/4 cup pistachios, ground
• 22 medjool dates
• 1/3 cup whole cashews, unsalted
• 1/3 cup whole pistachios, unsalted

Instructions

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   Grind pistachios for the topping: Place 1/4 cup...: Grind pistachios for the topping: Place 1/4 cup pistachios in a food processor. Pulse on high until very fine, almost like powder. Empty into a small deep bowl and set aside. Place coconut in a small bowl as well and set aside for later.

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   Grind cashews and pistachios: Place whole cashews and...: Grind cashews and pistachios: Place whole cashews and pistachios in the food processor. Pulse just a few times until the nuts are coarse. Leave nuts in the bowl of the food processor.

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   Combine dates with nuts: Add dates to the...: Combine dates with nuts: Add dates to the nuts and pulse on high until the mixture becomes solid and sticky when pinched.

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   Shape date balls: Use a tablespoon to scoop...: Shape date balls: Use a tablespoon to scoop up some of the mixture. Place it between your hands and roll it into a ball. Continue until all the mixture is done.

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   Coat in toppings: Roll each date ball in...: Coat in toppings: Roll each date ball in the pistachio and coconut topping. Place on a plate or in a container with a lid.

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   Storage: Date balls will keep fresh in an...: Storage: Date balls will keep fresh in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.