Emulsifier Free Coconut & Carob No-Bake Energy Balls
These no-bake bites are proof that a satisfying snack doesn't need a long ingredient list or a hot oven. Carob brings a naturally sweet, chocolatey depth while Ceylon cinnamon and ginger add just enough warmth to make every bite feel intentional. The whole thing comes together with coconut oil and honey as the binding agents — no lecithins, no mono- and diglycerides, none of the synthetic emulsifiers that sneak into so many packaged energy balls and protein bars. Cassava flour gives the dough a surprisingly smooth texture that holds its shape beautifully after a quick chill in the fridge. Rolling them in extra shredded coconut is optional, but it adds a lovely texture and makes them look like something you'd find at a fancy health food counter. They're easy enough to make on a weeknight and sturdy enough to stash in the fridge for grab-and-go snacking throughout the week.
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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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