Best 3 Date Snowballs Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our enticing date snowballs, a captivating fusion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These sweet and nutty treats are crafted with a symphony of wholesome ingredients, including nutrient-rich dates, oats, coconut, and a touch of sweetness from honey.

Embark on a delectable adventure with our classic date snowball recipe, a nostalgic favorite that embodies simplicity and timeless charm. Discover the magic of our delectable chocolate-dipped date snowballs, where a rich and decadent chocolate coating elevates these treats to a new level of indulgence.

For those with a penchant for zesty flavors, our lemon-infused date snowballs offer a refreshing twist, where a burst of citrus brightness complements the natural sweetness of the dates. And for a touch of tropical allure, our coconut date snowballs transport you to paradise with their irresistible combination of shredded coconut and sweet dates.

Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of our original date snowballs or crave the added decadence of chocolate-dipped or the vibrant zest of lemon and coconut, our collection of recipes caters to every palate. So, prepare to embark on a delightful culinary adventure and create these delightful date snowballs that are sure to become a cherished part of your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

DATE SNOWBALLS



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I have not made these but they sound good and so easy. I am totally guessing here at the number the recipe makes too !!

Provided by katew

Categories     Healthy

Time 30m

Yield 20 snowballs

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup dates, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pinch salt
6 Weetabix, crushed
coconut, for rolling

Steps:

  • Combine dates. butter and egg in a saucepan.
  • Cook on low heat for 10 minutes till dates are really soft.
  • Stir often, allow to cool.
  • Add vanilla , salt and crushed cereal, mix well.
  • Roll into small balls, coat in coconut.
  • Allow to set in fridge for 2 or 3 hours.

MINI DATE-NUT SNOWBALLS



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Time 10m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
3 1/2 ounces pitted dried dates (about 14)
15 small raw almonds
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of kosher salt

Steps:

  • Spread the coconut on a plate. Put the dates, almonds, cinnamon and salt in a food processor and process until finely chopped.
  • Form rounded 1/2 teaspoonfuls of the mixture into balls with your fingers, then roll in the coconut, pressing to coat.

SNOWBALLS (DATE BALLS)



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These are one of my favorite cookies to make at Christmas. Hope you and your family enjoy them as much as we do.

Provided by Gaye Reeves

Categories     Cookies

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 stick butter
1 c sugar
1 8 oz package chopped dates (make sure they are not sugar coated)
2 c rice krispies
1 c pecans (chopped
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 box confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Combine first three ingredients and cook for approximately 10 minutes until it comes to a boil. Take off the eye and cool slightly.
  • 2. Add all remaining ingredients except confectioner sugar. Dump onto wax paper. Roll into quarter-sized balls.
  • 3. Add confectioner sugar to a large plastic bag or bowl. Dump balls into large plastic bag or bowl. Toss until covered. Store in Christmas tins.

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily chop the dates and nuts.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the dates and nuts by hand, but it will take a little longer.
  • Be sure to pack the date mixture firmly into the balls so that they hold their shape.
  • If you want a sweeter snowball, you can add a little honey or maple syrup to the date mixture.
  • For a more festive snowball, you can roll them in chopped nuts or coconut.
  • Store the date snowballs in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Date snowballs are a delicious and easy-to-make no-bake treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with just a few simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them plain or rolled in chopped nuts or coconut, date snowballs are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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