Xanthan Gum Free Pomegranate-Mint Coconut Cashew Bites
These little bites are bright, chewy, and genuinely addictive — the kind of snack that disappears from the fridge faster than you expect. Pomegranate arils bring juicy pops of tartness, fresh mint keeps things lively, and the cashew-date base delivers a rich, caramel-like chew that feels indulgent without trying too hard. Because the whole thing comes together in a food processor with whole, recognizable ingredients, there are no stabilizers or thickeners hiding anywhere in the mix — which is exactly what you want when avoiding xanthan gum and similar additives that sneak into so many packaged snacks and energy balls. The coconut oil and sticky Medjool dates do all the binding work naturally, so the texture is perfectly satisfying without any shortcuts. A quick roll in shredded coconut gives each bite a slightly toasted, snowy finish that looks as good as it tastes. After just 30 minutes in the fridge they firm up beautifully and are ready to serve straight from the cold — no baking, no fuss, no questionable ingredients on the label.
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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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