Add quinoa and water to a small saucepan, cover and bring to a boil
Cook for 12-15 minutes until all water has been absorbed
Quinoa should still be warm when adding to the ingredients below
To a food processor add 1 cup pitted dates, and pulse until they form a ball
Remove dates and place in medium mixing bowl
Add 1/2 cup almonds to the food processor and pulse until finely minced
Add dates, minced almonds, 1/3 cup almond butter and warm quinoa to the food processor and pulse until well combined
Add 1/3 cup chocolate chips and pulse until combined and chips are melted into the mixture
Shape mixture into balls
Refrigerate for a bit