Healthy Chocolate Coconut Balls

When you’re between meals and need something small and sweet to tide you over, be sure to have some Healthy Coconut Balls on-hand! Using six ingredients, Healthy Coconut Balls are just as easy to make as they are delicious.

Ingredients for Coconut Balls

Unsweetened Shredded Coconut – If you’ve never tried this with a recipe, it’s worth giving it a try! 

Maple Syrup – I love using Maple Syrup in these healthy coconut balls. 

Coconut Oil – One of the best types of oil out there is coconut oil. It’s so good in recipes (and so many other things!). 

Pure Vanilla Extract – Vanilla extract always comes to the rescue. 

Salt – You just need a little bit of salt. 

Dark or Semisweet Chocolate – Chocolate is always something yummy to add! 

How Do You Make These Healthy Coconut Balls?

1. Blend coconut, maple syrup, 2 tbsp of coconut oil, vanilla and salt in a blender or food processor.
2. Once combined, roll into balls.
3. To ensure even portion sizes, use a small cookie scoop. Place balls on parchment or wax paper lined baking sheet
4. Freeze for one hour.
5. After one hour, melt the dark chocolate (or semi sweet chocolate) and 1 tsp coconut oil on high for 1 minute.
6. Stir together.
7. If chocolate is not fully melted, heat again for 30 seconds.
8. Remove balls from the freezer.
9. Using a fork, dip each ball in chocolate, scrape off the fork against the side of the bowl before placing coconut balls onto the prepared tray.
10. Let set at room temperature. 

Healthy Coconut Balls

I don’t know about you, but there’s something about having a healthy snack ready to go when a craving strikes. Even better is when that snack happens to be sweet.

Don’t get me wrong, raw veggies have their place, but when I can grab a few Coconut Balls instead, my day is made.

This is the perfect combo of cocoa and coconut with these Healthy Chocolate Coconut Balls. Made with just a handful of wholesome ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder, coconut flakes, nuts, and sweetened with a touch of honey or maple syrup, these little orbs of delight are not only a guilt-free treat but are packed with nutrients too. Perfect for when you need an energy boost or satisfy that sweet tooth without the extra calories!

Only requiring six ingredients and no baking time, Healthy Coconut Balls won’t break the bank. Plus, you can freeze them, so portion control is easy!

They will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days, so freeze the rest for up to 30 days and thaw them out as needed.

FAQs:

I love a no-bake snack! Once the ingredients for these Coconut Balls are blended together, you’ll just scoop them into individual balls and freeze them for an hour on the prepared baking sheet.

After the hour is up, you’ll melt the chocolate and dip the balls, letting them sit at room temperature. So simple!

How to Switch It Up A Bit:

Roll them in additional coconut flakes.

Drizzle with melted dark chocolate.

Roll them in crushed nuts.

Sprinkle with sea salt flakes for a salty twist.

This recipe is a perfect blend of delicious and nutritious. The cocoa powder provides antioxidants, while the coconut is rich in fiber and healthy fats. Nuts contribute protein and essential vitamins and minerals. The natural sweeteners, honey or maple syrup, give the perfect amount of sweetness without the refined sugars. Easy to make and store, they’re a convenient and healthy option for any time of the day.

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