Paleo Pomegranate-Mint Coconut Cashew Bites
These little no-bake bites are proof that eating clean doesn't mean sacrificing anything in the flavor department. Medjool dates and raw cashews form the base — naturally sweet, satisfyingly rich, and completely grain- and refined-sugar-free without any workarounds needed. The pomegranate arils add juicy little bursts of tartness, while fresh mint keeps every bite bright and unexpected in the best possible way. A quick roll in shredded coconut gives them a slightly chewy, snowy finish that makes them look as good as they taste. The food processor does most of the heavy lifting, and folding in the fruit and herbs by hand keeps the texture interesting rather than uniform. Once they've chilled and firmed up in the fridge, they're ready to grab straight from the sheet — ideal for meal-prepped snacking, a party platter, or honestly just eating over the sink because you can't wait.
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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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