Gather all ingredients needed for the Date Energy Balls: dates, nuts, ground flax seed, shredded coconut, and vanilla extract. Begin by pitting the dates if they aren't already, ensuring you have about 1 cup ready to go.

Place the prepared dates, nuts, ground flax seed, shredded coconut, and vanilla extract in the food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse the mixture for about 60 seconds, watching as it gradually transforms into a sticky and cohesive mass.

Monitor the texture of the mixture; if it's too dry and crumbly, add a splash of water or pulse it longer until it reaches a sticky consistency.

Once your Date Energy Balls mixture achieves the right texture, use your hands to scoop out portions and roll them into small balls, roughly the size of a tablespoon.

Enjoy your Date Energy Balls immediately for a nourishing snack or store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.