Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Soak the pitted dates in hot water for about 15 minutes until they soften, and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

In a food processor, combine the softened pitted dates, pecans, coconut sugar, sea salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon if using. Pulse until it forms a sticky dough.

Roll small portions of the mixture into balls, about 1 tablespoon each. Place them on the cookie sheet and flatten slightly.

Chill the shaped bites in the freezer for approximately 15 minutes.

Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth. If too thick, add a tablespoon of refined coconut oil.

Dip each chilled bite into the melted chocolate, letting excess chocolate drip back. Return them to the lined cookie sheet.

As an optional touch, place a whole pecan on top of each chocolate-coated bite. Return to the freezer to allow the chocolate to harden.

Transfer the bites to an airtight container for storage. Enjoy as a healthy snack or dessert!