Macadamia Free Pomegranate-Mint Coconut Cashew Bites
These no-bake bites are a genuinely exciting combination of textures and flavors — chewy Medjool dates and cashews blended into a fudgy base, then studded with juicy pomegranate arils and bright fresh mint. The whole thing gets rolled in shredded coconut for a delicate, snowy finish that makes them look as good as they taste. A quick pulse in the food processor does most of the heavy lifting, and the only real wait is a short chill in the fridge before they firm up beautifully. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns around macadamias specifically, cashews are doing all the work here — no macadamia oil, macadamia flour, or blended nut mixes to second-guess. The lemon juice adds a subtle brightness that keeps the sweetness from feeling heavy, and the mint makes every bite feel surprisingly fresh and a little fancy. These are ideal for meal-prepped snacking, party platters, or honestly just keeping in the fridge for whenever a craving hits.
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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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