Description
Chocolate Coconut Bliss Balls are no-bake, nutrient-dense energy bites made with dates, nuts, shredded coconut, and cacao powder. They’re naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants—perfect as a snack, dessert, or post-workout fuel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 3 tablespoons cacao powder
- 1/2 cup raw nuts (almonds, cashews, or walnuts)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Process the nuts in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Add dates and shredded coconut, then blend until mixture starts to clump.
- Add cacao powder, chia seeds, vanilla, and salt. Blend until sticky dough forms. Add 1–2 teaspoons of water if too dry.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll into balls. Repeat with remaining mixture.
- Chill the balls on a tray for 30 minutes before serving. Store in the fridge for up to 10 days or freezer for up to 2 months.
Notes
For extra flavor, roll the balls in shredded coconut, cacao powder, or crushed nuts. To make variations, add nut butter, orange zest, peppermint extract, or protein powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: chocolate coconut bliss balls, energy bites, no-bake snack, vegan dessert, healthy snack