Paleo Carob Coconut Energy Bites
These little no-bake bites are proof that eating clean doesn't mean sacrificing something sweet and satisfying. Carob brings a rich, chocolatey depth without the caffeine or legume concerns of cacao, and it pairs beautifully with warm Ceylon cinnamon and ginger for a flavor that feels almost like a spiced truffle. Tigernut flour and tapioca starch keep the texture tender and cohesive while staying completely grain-free, and coconut oil plus honey bind everything together naturally — no refined sugars or mystery binders in sight. The whole thing comes together in one bowl, no oven required, which makes it an easy win on a busy weeknight or a lazy Sunday. Rolling them in coconut flakes adds a subtle crunch and a pretty finish that makes them look far more impressive than the effort involved. Keep a batch in the fridge and you've got a grab-and-go snack ready whenever a craving hits.
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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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