Citrus Free Carob Coconut Energy Bites
These no-bake bites are rich, chewy, and deeply satisfying — the kind of snack that feels indulgent but is built entirely from wholesome pantry staples. Carob brings a naturally sweet, chocolatey depth without any of the bitterness, while shredded coconut and tigernut flour give each bite a hearty, slightly nutty texture that holds together beautifully. Warm spices like Ceylon cinnamon and ginger round everything out, making these taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. For anyone navigating a citrus-free lifestyle, energy snacks can be a minefield — so many store-bought bars and bites sneak in citric acid, orange extract, or lemon juice as a preservative or flavor booster. Every ingredient here is straightforward and free of those hidden culprits, so you can snack with confidence. A quick roll in coconut flakes before chilling adds a little extra texture and visual appeal, though the bites are just as good plain. Make a batch on Sunday and you'll have a week's worth of grab-and-go fuel ready in the fridge.
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12 servings
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup tigernut flour
- 2 tbsp tapioca starch
- 3 tbsp carob powder
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla powder
For serving
- 2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes, for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the shredded coconut, tigernut flour, tapioca starch, carob powder, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and sea salt until evenly combined.
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