Mustard Free Pomegranate-Mint Coconut Cashew Bites
These little no-bake bites are bursting with color and flavor — sweet Medjool dates and buttery cashews form the base, while juicy pomegranate arils and fresh mint make every bite feel bright and almost festive. The whole thing comes together in a food processor with just a handful of wholesome ingredients, no cooking required. For anyone navigating condiment-heavy snack aisles where hidden ingredients lurk in unexpected places, making your own treats from scratch is the cleanest solution — and this recipe keeps things refreshingly simple. A roll in shredded coconut gives each ball a delicate, slightly chewy exterior that looks as good as it tastes. The lemon juice adds just enough tang to balance the natural sweetness of the dates, and the mint keeps the flavor lively rather than heavy. After a quick chill in the fridge, they firm up beautifully and hold their shape for easy snacking or sharing. Make a batch on the weekend and you'll have a satisfying, crowd-pleasing treat ready to grab all week long.
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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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