Struggling to catch those Z’s? Meet your new bedtime bestie: No-Bake Bliss Balls made with Medjool Dates and sesame seeds! Quick, vegan, and ready in 5, these rose-kissed bites beckon for a dreamy sleep.

Gold oval tray with energy balls, half coated in sesame seeds, adorned with dried roses, beside yellow lilies.
Slay Your Cravings with No-Bake Energy Balls!

Introducing… Drumroll, please! These Sleep-Better Date Bliss Balls are like tiny, round nuggets of joy! Seriously, they’re so blissful, that they could satisfy even the most insatiable sweet cravings. 

And here’s the kicker…

They’re not just delicious; but also packed with wholesome ingredients— designed to support your quest for a good night’s sleep. 

With a heavenly blend of 3 ingredients: soft dates, sesame seeds, and dried roses, each bite is a step closer to bedtime bliss. 

Close-up of brown energy balls, some coated with sesame seeds, with lilies nearby.

Why I’m obsessed—nutritionally nifty

Healthy sweet recipes can absolutely be delicious, satisfying, and a delightful way to indulge without compromise. Here’s why these energy bliss balls are my nighttime companion:

  • Zero added sugar, courtesy of naturally sweet dates!
  • Sesame seeds team up with dates to help manage blood sugars
  • Infused with magnesium-rich sesame seeds to support better sleep
  • Roses contribute to a soothing, tranquil experience

Whip up a batch

3 ingredients

Green ceramic plate with a bowl of sesame seeds and dates on parchment paper.
Sesame seeds, Medjool dates and dried roses are all you need!

Your step-by-step visual guide

Food processor with sesame seeds, dates and dried rose petals.
Step 1: Easy peasy! Toss in the seeds, dates, and two dried roses—just be sure to ditch the ends of the roses.
Date-sesame seeds mixture in a food processor.
Give it a whirl in the processor for about a minute and a half. Voila! Your mixture should come together beautifully.
Bowl filled with date-sesame seed mixture resembling dough, garnished with dried rose petals.
Step 2: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and amp up the floral charm with those remaining roses!
Large ball of sesame seed-date dough in a white plate.
Get your hands in there and mix in the extra roses until everything’s nicely combined.
Eight rough brown dough pieces on a white plate.
Step 3: Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions.
Eight brown bliss balls in a white plate.
Use those hands to roll each portion into a ball.
One sesame-coated brown bliss ball nestled among sesame seeds on a white plate.
If you’re feeling fancy, coat four balls in sesame seeds for an extra crunch. Lightly press the balls into sesame seeds to help them stick.

My go-to food processor – Breville The Sous Chef

I use this Breville – The Sous Chef Peel and Dice Food Processor in my kitchen. I got it about 3 years ago and it functions beautifully, making chopping, dicing, shredding, grating, and mincing ever so easy!

Bliss ball swaps

If you’re anything like me and can’t resist healthy sweet snacks but are itching for a change, here are some fun swaps to satisfy those cravings:

  • Nuts like almonds or walnuts
  • Shredded coconut for a tropical twist
  • Crushed graham crackers for added crunch
  • Cocoa powder for a chocolatey upgrade

Food safe storage

To keep those energy bliss balls at their prime, stash them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to a week, giving you plenty of time to grab one whenever the snack cravings hit. Just remember, out of sight, out of mind… so don’t forget about them!

Gold oval tray with energy balls, half coated in sesame seeds, adorned with dried roses, beside yellow lilies.

If you dive into these no-bake energy balls, I’m all ears for your verdict! Leave a comment, rate them with emoji flair, and don’t forget to give them a shout-out on Instagram @DesiliciousRD.

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Perspective view of energy bliss balls, half coated in sesame seeds, with lilies in the foreground.
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Slumberlicious No-Bake Bliss Balls With Dates

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 8 balls
Struggling to catch those Z's? Meet your new bedtime bestie: No-Bake Bliss Balls made with Medjool Dates and sesame seeds! Quick, vegan, and ready in 5, these rose-kissed bites beckon for a dreamy sleep.

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Ingredients
 

  • cup sesame seeds, plain
  • 8 Medjool dates, very soft, pitted
  • 4 dried roses, ends removed, fragrant

Optional

  • tbsp sesame, for coating four finished balls

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, combine the pitted Medjool dates, sesame seeds, and petals of 2 dried roses. Pulse until the mixture forms a sticky dough-like consistency, about 1 and a half minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Break up the additional 2 roses and incorporate them into the dough mixture by gently kneading with your hands.
  • Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball between your palms. For added texture, roll 4 of the balls in sesame seeds until coated.

Notes

Bliss ball swaps

  • Nuts like almonds or walnuts
  • Shredded coconut for a tropical twist
  • Crushed graham crackers for added crunch
  • Cocoa powder for a chocolatey upgrade

Food safe storage

  • To keep those energy bliss balls at their prime, stash them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to a week, giving you plenty of time to grab one whenever the snack cravings hit. Just remember, out of sight, out of mind… so don’t forget about them!

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 122kcal (6%)Carbohydrates: 14g (5%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 7g (11%)Saturated Fat: 1g (5%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 155mg (4%)Fiber: 3g (12%)Sugar: 10g (11%)Vitamin A: 1IUCalcium: 138mg (14%)Iron: 2mg (11%)

Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It’s perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Cuisine: Fusion
Course: Snack, sweet
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