Xanthan Gum 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 with toasty coconut, warm spices, and the deep, chocolatey-adjacent flavor of carob. Many packaged energy bites and protein balls rely on binding agents or stabilizers that can sneak xanthan gum into the mix, but this recipe skips all of that entirely. The magic here comes from cassava flour and coconut oil working together to create a dough that holds its shape without any gums or additives whatsoever. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give each bite a gentle warmth, while honey adds just enough sweetness to keep things balanced without going overboard. Rolling them in extra shredded coconut is optional, but it adds a satisfying texture and makes them look genuinely beautiful on a snack plate. The hardest part is waiting the 30 minutes for them to firm up in the fridge — after that, you've got a batch of clean, satisfying bites ready to grab whenever hunger strikes.
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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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