Nitrate & Nitrite Free Coconut & Carob No-Bake Energy Balls
These little no-bake bites are proof that a satisfying snack doesn't need an oven — or a long ingredient list. Carob brings a naturally sweet, earthy depth that pairs beautifully with toasted coconut and warm hints of Ceylon cinnamon and ginger, making each ball taste like something far more indulgent than it actually is. The whole thing comes together with a spatula and a bowl, then firms up in the fridge — genuinely one of the easiest things you can make when a craving hits. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of added nitrates and nitrites, so there's no label-scanning required and no processed preservatives sneaking in through the back door. Cassava flour keeps the texture pleasantly dense without any graininess, and the coconut oil acts as the binder that holds it all together without needing any baking. Roll them in extra shredded coconut for a little texture and a prettier finish, or skip it and keep things simple — they're delicious either way. Make a batch, stash them in the fridge, and you've got a clean, grab-and-go snack ready whenever you need 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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