Cashew Date Wine Bliss Balls

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Easy No-Bake Cashew Date Wine Bliss Balls with a Hint of Shiraz

Cashew Date Wine Bliss Balls are a no-bake treat made with cocoa, oats, and a splash of red wine for a rich, soft texture. Perfect for quick snacks, dessert trays, or something a little different to share.

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Adult No-bake bites with oats and red wine

Why you will love and enjoy these Cashew Date Wine Bliss Balls

Quick to make with no oven needed
Naturally sweet with a rich chocolatey finish
That hint of Shiraz adds something a little different

Cashew Date Wine Bliss Balls

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Author: EsmeSalon
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 24 – 30 depending on size 1x
Category: Appetizers and Snacks
Method: Easy

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Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted cashews
1/4 cup steel-cut oat blend
8 soft Tunisian dates, pitted
1 1/2 tbsp Dutch dark cocoa powder
2 tbsp sweet Shiraz red wine

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Instructions

Add the 1 cup unsalted cashews and ¼ cup steel-cut oat blend to a food processor and pulse until you get a slightly coarse, sandy texture. It should still be coarse, as you do need it for texture.
If your dates feel a bit firm, pre-soak them in warm water for about 5 minutes first, then drain well.
With the processor running, drop in 8 soft Tunisian pitted dates, one at a time.
Add the 1½ tbsp Dutch dark cocoa powder and continue blending until everything starts clumping together. Scrape down the sides if needed, as they tend to stick a bit.
Now, drizzle in the 2 tbsp sweet Shiraz red wine, 1 tbsp at a time, blending in between.
You’re looking for a soft, slightly sticky dough that holds together when pressed. If it still feels dry, add a tiny splash more wine.
Once blended, tip the mixture out. If you notice a few stubborn bits that didn’t mix in properly, just knead them gently with your fingers for a minute until they come together into one cohesive lump.
Scoop about 1 tbsp portions (around 12.5 ml). I did mine slightly heaped and rolled them between your palms to form balls. If the mixture sticks too much, lightly dampen your hands.
Place the balls on a lined tray and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes until firm. They’ll set nicely and hold their shape.

Equipment

Food Processing Blender

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Notes

Prepared, tried, and tested by Esme Slabs: SA Tasty Recipes – Saffas Daily Recipes and EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 balls
Calories: 209
Sugar: 19.3 g
Sodium: 4.3 mg
Fat: 9.6 g
Saturated Fat: 1.9 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30.2 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 4.2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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Cashew Date Wine Bliss Balls are slightly fudgy with just enough sweetness from the dates and depth from the wine. They come together fast and don’t need much fuss. Would love to hear how yours turn out

Cashew Date Wine Bliss Balls offer a soft, rich texture with a slightly deeper flavour from the cocoa and Shiraz. They come together quickly without baking, making them a practical option for a homemade treat that feels a little more special and is easy to enjoy any time.

Looking for more Vegan Treats, be my guest, and hope you will enjoy them all.

Tip: If you don’t have dates on hand why not try using one of these great date substitutes?

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