Gluten Free Coconut & Carob No-Bake Energy Balls
These little no-bake bites are the kind of snack you'll find yourself reaching for again and again — rich with toasted coconut, warm spice, and the deep, chocolatey-adjacent flavor of carob. Cassava flour is the secret weapon here, standing in for wheat-based binders and keeping the dough cohesive without any gluten in sight. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with just a spatula, no oven required, and a quick chill in the fridge is all it takes to get them perfectly firm and snackable. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give each ball a gentle warmth that pairs beautifully with the honey and vanilla powder, making these taste far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Rolling them in an extra coat of shredded coconut is optional but highly recommended — it adds a delicate texture and makes them look like something from a fancy health food shop. Keep a batch in the fridge and you'll always have something satisfying on hand that doesn't require a second thought about what's in it.
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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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