Place the nuts in a food processor and blend well until they become fine.

Put the ground nuts in a deep bowl. Add the cocoa powder, vanilla, and salt to them, then mix well until the ingredients are combined.

Add the dates, water, and chocolate chips. Then, mix the ingredients well with your hands until you get a consistent dough.

Shape the dough into small, equal-sized balls, then coat them completely with cocoa powder.

Place the energy balls on a serving plate, then put them in the refrigerator to cool down. Serve chilled.