Power Balls (a version of Damn Good Cookies)

I just got finished taking part in Jill Ann McKeever's HangWith (from www.simpledailyrecipes.com), and she had us all make our own version of Damn Good Cookies from My Beef with Meat along with her LIVE. It was fun!
Here's how I did mine...

8 pitted Mejool dates
1/2 cup walnuts
1/4 cup raw almonds
1/2 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup brown rice crispy cereal
3 T. mini dark chocolate chips (vegan)
1 T. vanilla
1 T. maple syrup

In a high-speed blender or food processor, grind the nuts until chopped finely. Add the dates and process until chopped finely. Move mixture to a medium-sized bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir until well combined. Press mixture into balls and place on waxed paper or a silpat on a baking sheet. Chill. Serve!