Sesame 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 bitterness, while shredded coconut and tigernut flour give every bite a pleasantly dense, chewy texture. Warm spices like Ceylon cinnamon and ginger round things out beautifully, making these taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Store-bought energy bites and protein balls are notorious for sneaking in tahini or sesame seeds, so making your own is genuinely the safest and most satisfying route. The dough comes together in one bowl, rolls into neat little balls with no baking required, and firms up in the fridge in just half an hour. A final roll in coconut flakes adds a delicate crunch and a pretty finish if you want to dress them up. Keep a batch in an airtight container all week and you'll have the easiest grab-and-go snack covered.
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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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