Step 1

Place dates in a medium bowl and cover with water. Stand for 1 hour. Drain and discard seeds.

Step 2

Process dates, almond meal, shredded coconut, coconut oil, cacao powder and chia seeds until mixture comes together. Transfer to a bowl and stand for 20 minutes for chia seeds to soften.

Step 3

Place remaining coconut in a shallow dish.

Step 4

Roll level tablespoons of mixture into balls. Roll in coconut to coat.