That sounds so lovely, Ashley! 🧡 A “Sugar-Free Energy Dessert” passed down from your grandmother? That’s a treasure right there — full of nostalgia and wholesome goodness.
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🍃 My Grandmother’s Sugar-Free Energy Dessert
A healthy, nostalgic treat made with love — no sugar, no guilt, just natural goodness.
There’s something magical about recipes passed down through generations. My grandmother used to make this sugar-free energy dessert whenever we needed a pick-me-up — whether it was a long day on the farm or a snack before school. It’s packed with natural ingredients, doesn’t require baking, and gives you that feel-good energy without the crash. The best part? It’s still just as practical and delicious today.
🌰 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- ✅ Sugar-Free – Naturally sweetened with fruits like dates, bananas, or raisins.
- ✅ Energy-Boosting – Full of fiber, healthy fats, and nutrients.
- ✅ No-Bake & Quick – Takes only 10–15 minutes to prepare.
- ✅ Customizable – Add nuts, seeds, coconut, or cocoa.
🥣 Ingredients:
- 1 cup pitted dates (or raisins)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup raw nuts (walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts work well)
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- 1 ripe banana (optional, adds softness and moisture)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional for chocolate flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Shredded coconut or chopped nuts for rolling (optional)
🧑🍳 Instructions:
- Soften the Dates:
If your dates are firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and then drain. - Blend the Base:
In a food processor, combine the dates, oats, nuts, and flaxseed. Pulse until the mixture becomes crumbly. - Add Moisture & Flavor:
Add the banana (if using), cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend again until a thick dough forms. You should be able to press it between your fingers and have it hold together. - Shape the Dessert:
Scoop out tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls, or press it into a dish and cut into bars once chilled. - Coat (Optional):
Roll each ball in shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or even sesame seeds. - Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week — if they last that long!
🍫 Tips from Grandma:
- She never used measurements — just handfuls of love.
- If you don’t have a food processor, you can mash everything really well with a fork and your hands.
- For a firmer texture, you can add a spoon of peanut butter or coconut flour.