Turmeric Free Coconut & Carob No-Bake Energy Balls
These no-bake bites are rich, chewy, and deeply satisfying — the kind of snack you'll want to keep stashed in the fridge at all times. Carob powder brings a naturally sweet, chocolatey depth without any bitterness, while shredded coconut and cassava flour give each ball a hearty, slightly chewy texture that holds together beautifully. A touch of Ceylon cinnamon and ginger adds warmth without overwhelming the other flavors, and the whole thing comes together with just honey, coconut oil, and vanilla powder — no baking required. For anyone navigating a diet that excludes turmeric, snack foods and energy balls can be surprisingly tricky since the spice shows up in wellness-focused products more often than you'd expect. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no guesswork involved. Just mix, roll, and chill for 30 minutes until they're firm and ready to grab on the go. They're naturally gluten-free, sweetened only with honey, and genuinely delicious — proof that clean snacking doesn't have to feel like a compromise.
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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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