Dairy Free Carob Coconut Energy Bites
These little bites pack a serious punch of warm, chocolatey-adjacent flavor thanks to carob powder, Ceylon cinnamon, and ginger — a combination that feels indulgent without leaning on anything dairy-based. Every ingredient here is naturally free of milk and butter, so there's no swapping or substituting required; the coconut oil and honey do all the heavy lifting to bind the dough and add richness. Tigernut flour and tapioca starch give the bites a satisfying, slightly chewy texture that holds together beautifully once chilled. Rolling them in coconut flakes is optional, but it adds a delicate crunch and a pretty finish that makes them look far more effort-intensive than they actually are. The whole process happens in one bowl with no baking required — just mix, roll, and refrigerate until firm. They keep in the fridge for up to a week, which makes them an ideal make-ahead snack for busy days when you need something sweet and sustaining without reaching for a processed bar.
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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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