Honey Free Pomegranate-Mint Coconut Cashew Bites
These little no-bake bites are bright, fresh, and genuinely hard to stop eating — the kind of snack that looks fancy but comes together with a food processor and a handful of whole ingredients. Medjool dates do all the sweetening here, which means there's zero need for honey or any added syrup, and the result is a naturally rich, caramel-like base that holds everything together beautifully. Cashews give each bite a satisfying, slightly buttery texture, while juicy pomegranate arils and fresh mint cut through with a pop of tartness and cool herbal brightness. A roll in shredded coconut finishes them off with a subtle chew and a look that's almost too pretty to eat. The whole process is straightforward — pulse, mix, roll, chill — and the fridge does the heavy lifting while you wait. They're ideal for meal-prep snacking, party platters, or just keeping a stash on hand when you want something sweet that actually has some substance to it.
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12 servings
- 1 ½ cups raw cashews
- 1 cup medjool dates, pitted (about 10 dates)
- ¾ cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus 2 tbsp for rolling
- ½ cup pomegranate arils
- 3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For rolling
- 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut, for rolling
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. If your dates feel dry or firm, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry before using.
- 2
Add the raw cashews to a food processor and pulse 8–10 times until they are broken into coarse, sand-like crumbs — stop before they turn into a paste.
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