Easy No-Bake Red Velvet Cake Balls for Any Occasion

Ingredients 1 cup of pitted Medjool dates 1/4 cup of almond flour (or almond meal) 1 tablespoon of coconut flour (or additional almond flour) 1/4 cup of cacao powder (or Dutch process cocoa powder) 2 tablespoons of beetroot powder 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 tablespoon of maple syrup 1 tablespoon of coconut cream, full-fat coconut milk, or another dairy-free milk (optional)

1. These red velvet cake balls are a delicious and easy dessert option for any occasion.

2. They are no-bake, meaning you don't have to turn on the oven to enjoy them.

3. These cake balls are also vegan and gluten-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary needs.

4. To make these cake balls, you will need a few simple ingredients including red velvet cake crumbs, vegan cream cheese, and chocolate for coating.

5. Begin by crumbling the red velvet cake into a large mixing bowl.

6. Add in the vegan cream cheese and mix until fully combined.

7. Use a cookie scoop or your hands to roll the mixture into small balls.

8. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 30 minutes.

9. While the cake balls are freezing, melt your chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler.

10. Once the chocolate is melted and the cake balls are frozen, use a toothpick to dip each ball into the chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.

11. Place the coated cake balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until the chocolate has hardened.

12. Serve and enjoy! These cake balls can be stored in the freezer for up to a month, making them a great make-ahead dessert option.