Decadent Delight: WW Chocolate Brownie Date Balls
Indulge your sweet tooth without straying from your wellness goals with our irresistible WW Chocolate Brownie Date Balls. These delectable treats offer a guilt-free solution for satisfying your chocolate cravings while staying on track with your Weight Watchers journey. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with rich, chocolatey flavor, these date balls are sure to become a favorite among health-conscious snackers.
A Nutrient-Rich Bite
At the heart of these Chocolate Brownie Date Balls lies a powerhouse of nutritious ingredients. Medjool dates provide natural sweetness and a chewy texture, while almonds offer a dose of healthy fats and protein. Unsweetened cocoa powder lends its rich chocolate flavor without added sugar, making these date balls a healthier alternative to traditional brownies or candy bars. Plus, the addition of mini chocolate chips adds a touch of indulgence without tipping the scales on your points.
Simple to Make, Joyful to Enjoy
One of the best things about these Chocolate Brownie Date Balls is how easy they are to make. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch in no time. Simply blend the dates and almonds together with cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until a sticky dough forms. Then, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, chill, and enjoy! It’s that simple.
Versatile and Customizable
These Chocolate Brownie Date Balls are highly versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins such as shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or dried fruit for added texture and flavor. You can also adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or fewer dates, or incorporating a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup. The possibilities are endless!
Conclusion:
With their irresistible chocolatey flavor, wholesome ingredients, and simple preparation, our WW Chocolate Brownie Date Balls are a must-try for anyone looking to indulge in a guilt-free treat. Whether enjoyed as a midday snack, post-workout refuel, or dessert alternative, these date balls are sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping you on track with your wellness goals. So go ahead, treat yourself to a bite of decadence, and savor the joy of guilt-free indulgence with these delicious Chocolate Brownie Date Balls.
Chocolate Brownie Date Ball
To calculate the Weight Watchers points for the Chocolate Brownie Date Balls, we need to consider the points values of each ingredient and then total them up for the entire recipe. Here’s a breakdown of the points for each ingredient based on the myWW program:
- Pitted dates: 1 cup (24 dates) is approximately 48 points.
- Almonds: 1/2 cup is approximately 13 points.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons are 0 points.
- Vanilla extract: 1/2 teaspoon is approximately 0 points.
- Salt: A pinch is approximately 0 points.
- Mini chocolate chips: 2 tablespoons are approximately 5 points.
Total points for the entire recipe: 48 (dates) + 13 (almonds) + 0 (cocoa powder) + 0 (vanilla extract) + 0 (salt) + 5 (mini chocolate chips) = 66 points
To find the points per serving, you’ll need to divide the total points for the recipe by the number of servings. Since the number of servings will depend on the size of the date balls you roll, you’ll need to determine the yield of the recipe and then divide accordingly. Once you have the number of servings, you can divide the total points by the number of servings to get the points per serving.
WW Chocolate Brownie Date Balls Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional, for extra indulgence)
Instructions:
- Place the pitted dates in a food processor and pulse until they form a sticky paste.
- Add the almonds to the food processor and pulse until they are finely chopped and well combined with the dates.
- Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mixture in the food processor.
- Pulse the mixture until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture begins to clump together.
- If desired, add mini chocolate chips to the mixture and pulse a few more times to distribute them evenly.
- Using clean hands, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Once all the mixture has been rolled into balls, refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve the WW Chocolate Brownie Date Balls chilled and enjoy as a delicious and satisfying snack or dessert option!
Additional Tips:
- Store any leftover date balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other mix-ins such as shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or dried fruit.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or fewer dates, or by incorporating a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup.