It’s Christmas time and plans have been rolling for weeks. From festive decorations to New Year’s celebrations, the season is filled with menus, treats, and sweets that everyone loves. Families often worry about indulgence, sugar, and flour, especially when health is a priority.
That’s why a careful Christmas recipe is highlighted here. These desserts are crafted to be sugar‑ and flour‑free, quick to make, and don’t require an oven. They offer a satisfying, nutritious option for holiday gatherings, reducing guilt and saving time. Best of all, they can be shared as a thoughtful gift or a wholesome treat for loved ones during the holidays.
These are the ingredients
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History
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Hazelnut
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pure cocoa powder
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grated coconut
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spice
History provides energy, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants, along with a naturally pleasant sweetness. Its adhesive texture helps other ingredients bond to form cohesive bites.
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When selecting hazelnuts, choose the varieties preferred by the household. Almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and hazelnuts all work well. They bring healthy fats, protein, vitamins, and minerals, support healthy cholesterol levels, and contribute to brain health.
Chocolate has become a star in Christmas desserts. The preferred choice is pure cocoa powder for its body-friendly benefits. It contains flavonoids with antioxidant and anti‑inflammatory properties and supports mood by boosting endorphins and serotonin while reducing stress. Ensure the cocoa is unsweetened and free from additives.
Grated coconut brings lauric acid, an oil with antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal effects, along with fiber, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. The spice mix adds aroma and flavor, and a blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, or cloves is recommended. These spices aid digestion, support immune function, and help regulate blood sugar.
Preparation
As noted, preparation is quick and simple. Here is the process in clear steps:
Moisten the dates by soaking them in hot water for about 15 minutes. After soaking, remove the pits and set aside. Crush the hazelnuts and dates separately.
Combine the crushed hazelnuts and dates with the cocoa powder until a firm, workable mass forms.
With wet hands, pinch off pieces of the dough and roll them into bite-sized balls. Roll each ball in grated coconut to coat completely.
Place the finished bites on a tray and refrigerate for about an hour until they firm up.
These desserts are sugar‑free, flour‑free, oven‑free, and quick to prepare. They are ideal for holiday gatherings and offer delicious flavors with no regrets. They can be stored in the fridge for several days or frozen to have on hand when needed.