Walnut Free Coconut & Carob No-Bake Energy Balls
These no-bake bites are the kind of snack you'll want to keep stocked in the fridge at all times — rich with toasted coconut flavor, a hint of warming cinnamon and ginger, and a deep chocolatey note from carob powder. The whole thing comes together in one bowl with no oven required, just a quick chill in the refrigerator to firm everything up. Store-bought energy balls can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since walnuts and other nuts tend to show up in the mix or on shared equipment. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can roll these up with total confidence. Cassava flour gives the dough a satisfying body, while melted coconut oil and honey bind it all into a smooth, press-able mixture that holds its shape beautifully. Rolling the finished balls in a little extra shredded coconut adds a subtle crunch and a pretty finish that makes them feel almost fancy. They're equally at home as a post-workout snack, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a lunchbox treat that actually holds up.
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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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