Pulse the dates in a food processor or blender until they form a paste. If your dates are too dry and are just getting stuck in a clump without mashing, try adding a very small amount of water.
In a medium mixing bowl, mix the date paste with the chia seeds, coconut oil, and any optional add-ins you’d like to use.
Use a 1 tablespoon measure or cookie scoop to scoop out the mixture, rolling it into balls.
Eat immediately or refrigerate to firm up a bit.
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Notes
Instead of rolling it into balls, you can press the mixture into the bottom of a glass or silicone baking dish and refrigerate it until chilled. Cut into bars.
For additional calcium, you can add about a teaspoon of eggshell powder!