Pregnancy Friendly Carob Coconut Energy Bites
These no-bake bites are a dream when you need something satisfying, naturally sweet, and genuinely nourishing to reach for between meals. Carob steps in as the chocolate-like hero here — it delivers that rich, roasty depth without the caffeine that many people prefer to limit during pregnancy. Ceylon cinnamon and ginger add a warm, gentle spice that feels cozy rather than sharp, and the combination of shredded coconut and tigernut flour gives each bite a hearty, slightly chewy texture that actually keeps you full. Honey and coconut oil bind everything together into a dough that rolls beautifully into smooth little spheres — no oven required, just a quick chill in the fridge. The optional coconut flake coating adds a delicate crunch and makes them look like something you'd find at a fancy wellness café. They keep in the refrigerator for up to a week, so you can make a batch on Sunday and have 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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