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cranberry lemon coconut bliss balls
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Lemon Coconut Balls

No-bake lemon coconut balls with cranberries that are super easy and quick to make! Energy balls are a great healthy snack on the go, but also perfect as a dessert. These nutritious bliss balls are vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, oil-free, and they contain only 5 ingredients!
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 10 balls

Equipment

  • Kitchen scale*

Ingredients

Instructions

  • I recommend using a kitchen scale for this recipe. Check the video in the post for easy visual instructions.
  • Melt coconut butter in a double boiler (a microwave might work as well).
  • Add maple syrup (or any other liquid sweetener) and give it a mix with a spoon or whisk.
  • Also, add lemon juice and lemon zest and mix again.
  • Now add the shredded unsweetened coconut and stir with a spoon. The mixture will thicken and it shouldn't be too wet or sticky. If you believe it's too sticky or wet, simply add a little more coconut.
  • Stir in the cranberries and put the mixture into the freezer for about 5 minutes. This will make the mixture firmer and better manageable.
  • Use your hands to roll half to one tablespoon (depending on which size you prefer) of the mixture into balls. It works best with slightly damp hands. Enjoy! Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer!

Notes

  • This recipe makes just a small batch (about 8-10 lemon balls, depending on the size). Double the recipe to store some balls in the freezer.
  • Coconut butter: Please note that coconut butter and coconut oil are NOT the same! Coconut butter contains just one ingredient, which is shredded unsweetened coconut which has been processed in a food processor or blender until it turns into a creamy consistency. It's rich in fiber and fat and has a smooth texture. Coconut oil, on the other hand, is the extracted oil from the coconut meat, however, it doesn't contain any fiber.
  • You can make your own coconut butter at home, however, you will need some patience! You will need 4 cups of shredded unsweetened coconut, a food processor (or blender), then blend for about 15-20 minutes, scraping down the sides of the machine quite frequently. Make sure to stop the food processor, so that it doesn't overheat. I recommend adding a little coconut oil for a creamier consistency.
  • You could also use cashew butter if you don't want to use coconut butter!
  • Shredded unsweetened coconut is easily available in most grocery stores, make sure to check the Asia section too!
Nutrition Facts
Lemon Coconut Balls
Serving Size
 
1 ball
Amount per Serving
Calories
95
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Carbohydrates
 
8
g
3
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.