Alpha Gal Friendly Coconut & Carob No-Bake Energy Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a satisfying snack doesn't need an oven, dairy, or anything that could trigger a reaction for those managing alpha-gal syndrome. Carob steps in beautifully where chocolate would normally go, delivering a naturally sweet, earthy depth that pairs perfectly with toasted coconut and warm spices like Ceylon cinnamon and ginger. Cassava flour gives the dough just enough body, while melted coconut oil and honey bind everything into a smooth, rollable mixture — no eggs, no mammal-derived ingredients, no stress. The whole process is straightforward: mix, roll, chill, and you're done. Rolling the finished balls in extra shredded coconut adds a light, snowy coating that makes them look as good as they taste. Keep a batch in the fridge and you've got a grab-and-go treat that's genuinely safe and genuinely delicious.
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12 servings
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup cassava flour
- 3 tbsp carob powder
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted and slightly cooled
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla powder
For rolling
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut, 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, cassava flour, carob powder, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and sea salt until evenly combined.
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