Coconut Balls
These coconut balls are made with only 4 simple ingredients for a fun no-bake treat. They're egg-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and gluten-free making for a great allergy-friendly snack perfect for lunchboxes or home! They contain a hearty serving of oats paired with a sweet, nutty flavor for an easy treat you'll want to snack on all day long!
Servings: 12 bliss balls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup desiccated coconut
- 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut milk or any type of mik
- ¼ cup chocolate chips optional for chocolate coating
Instructions
- Add the coconut, rolled oats, maple syrup, and milk to a food processor and pulse until it is combined. You may have to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape it into small balls. You may have to squeeze and press the mixture between your hands to form the balls. They may seem soft at first, but they will harden and set once chilled.
- Roll each ball into extra shredded coconut, making sure that the balls are completely coated. Place the balls on a parchment paper-lined pan. If you prefer a chocolate coating, do not roll the balls in extra coconut.
- Place the pan in the freezer for 5 minutes so that the balls harden. For a chocolate coating, dip the balls into melted chocolate and place them back in the freezer for an additional 5 minutes for the chocolate to set.
Notes
- You may have to wet your hands when shaping the balls if the mixture is sticky. Use your hands to press the mixture together to form the balls. They may seem soft at first, but they will firm up as they cool.
- If you are including a chocolate coating, adding a little coconut oil with the chocolate chips will help it to melt into a smoother texture. Microwave the chocolate for 30 seconds, adding 10-second increments and stirring in between increments until it fully melts.
- I love using this mini kitchen aid food processor to make these bliss balls.
- Desiccated coconut is unsweetened and different from regular shredded coconut. I used the brand let’s do organic desiccated coconut in this recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg