Pecan Free Coconut & Carob No-Bake Energy Balls
These no-bake energy balls are the kind of snack you'll want to keep stocked in the fridge at all times — rich, chewy, and lightly spiced with Ceylon cinnamon and ginger for a warmth that sneaks up on you. Carob powder gives them a deep, chocolatey vibe without any actual chocolate, and the combination of shredded coconut and cassava flour creates a satisfying, slightly dense texture that holds together beautifully. Many store-bought energy balls and snack bites are made in facilities that process tree nuts, so whipping up a batch at home is a genuinely smart move when you need to avoid cross-contact. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source, and the whole process is just mixing, rolling, and chilling — no oven required. A drizzle of honey ties everything together with just enough sweetness, while melted coconut oil acts as the binding magic that makes each ball firm up perfectly in the fridge. Roll them in extra shredded coconut for a little texture and a pretty finish, or skip it and keep things simple. Either way, you've got a snack that's genuinely craveable and completely worry-free.
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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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