3 tablespoons raw cacao powder
1 1/2 cups Medjool dates, pitted
3 tablespoons (or more) unsweetened shredded coconut or quick-cooking oats
Pinch of sea salt

Flavoring options: (choose one)

1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder

Coating options: (mix and match)

1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup lightly toasted sesame seeds
1/2 cup crushed lightly toasted pistachios
1/2 cup crushed lightly toasted hazelnuts