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