Peanut Butter Cinnamon Date Rolls (Printable Version)
Naturally sweet date rolls with peanut butter and cinnamon, ideal for quick snacks and easy vegan treats.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Filling & Rolls
01 - 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
02 - 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free if necessary
05 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt
→ Optional Coating
07 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped roasted peanuts
08 - 1 tablespoon shredded unsweetened coconut
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Place dates, peanut butter, ground cinnamon, rolled oats, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until a thick, cohesive dough forms and starts to pull away from the sides.
02 - Portion about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll between your palms to create a log or ball shape. Continue until all mixture is used, yielding 12 rolls.
03 - Roll each piece in chopped peanuts or shredded coconut if desired, for added texture.
04 - Place rolls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow them to firm up.
05 - Transfer rolls to an airtight container and refrigerate. Consume within one week for optimal freshness.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick to make with absolutely no baking required
- Free of refined sugars and full of natural sweetness
- Only simple pantry staples needed
- Naturally vegan and easily made gluten free
- Perfect kid-friendly snack or post-workout treat
02 -
- High in fiber naturally fueling and satisfying
- Can easily be prepped ahead and stored all week
- Customizable for nut free and gluten free diets
03 -
- Pulse your oats a few times before adding the rest of the ingredients for a smoother dough
- Always taste and adjust salt or cinnamon before rolling out the dough
- Roll the finished bites in coconut oil if you want them to glisten and stay moist longer