Vegan Coconut Cashew Balls. Sweet, indulgent, absolutely delicious, and super easy to make. You’ll need only 4 ingredients to make this healthy no-bake treat. Gluten-free.
THESE COCONUT CASHEW BALLS ARE
- vegan
- dairy-free
- gluten-free
- healthy
- naturally sweetened
- sweet
- indulgent
- gooey
- no-bake
- easy to make
- made with 4 ingredients
- perfect snack
WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE COCONUT CASHEW BALLS
You need the following ingredients to make these Coconut Balls (the exact measurements are in the recipe card below):
- Cashew butter – You can also use almond or peanut butter.
- Coconut cream – A creamy part of full-fat coconut milk chilled in the fridge overnight.
- Maple syrup
- Desiccated coconut – If the mixture is too sticky or can’t hold a shape, you can add coconut flour.
Equipment you need:
- Medium-size bowl
- Fork
- Kitchen scale (optional)
- Small bowl
HOW TO MAKE VEGAN COCONUT CASHEW BALLS
You will find the instructions and ingredients list in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
1. Step: Make the mixture
In a bowl, using a fork, combine cashew butter and maple syrup. Add coconut cream a mix well to combine. Then add desiccated coconut and mix until well combined. If the mixture is too sticky, add more desiccated coconut or add coconut flour.
2. Step: Let chill in the fridge
Place the mixture in the fridge and let chill for about 60 minutes to firm up.
3. Step: Roll out balls
Roll out 22 even balls between your hands (1 ball = about 18g). Roll each ball in desiccated coconut to coat.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate to firm up.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
HOW TO STORE COCONUT CASHEW BALLS?
Store the coconut cashew balls in an airtight container in the fridge.
HOW LONG DO COCONUT BALLS LAST?
The coconut balls will last in the fridge for up to 7 days.
CAN I FREEZE COCONUT BALLS?
Yes, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Store them in an airtight container or ziplock freezer bag. Then just let them thaw for a few minutes before eating or in the fridge overnight.
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VEGAN COCONUT CASHEW BALLS
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (188g) cashew butter*
- ⅓ cup (70g) coconut cream, = a creamy part of full-fat coconut milk chilled in the fridge overnight
- 5 tbsp (85g) maple syrup
- 1 ½ cup (100g) desiccated coconut + extra for coating
Instructions
- In a bowl, using a fork, combine cashew butter and maple syrup. Add coconut cream a mix well to combine. Then add desiccated coconut and mix until well combined. If the mixture is too sticky, add more desiccated coconut (or add coconut flour).
- Place the mixture in the fridge and let chill for about 60 minutes to firm up.
- Roll out 22 even balls between your hands (1 ball = about 18g). Roll each ball in desiccated coconut to coat.
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate to firm up.
Notes
Storing:
Store the coconut cashew balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 ball / Calories: 97kcal / Total Fat: 7,8g / Saturated Fat: 4,1g / Cholesterol: 0mg / Total Carbohydrate: 6,1g / Fiber: 0,9g / Sugar: 3,3g / Protein: 1,8g / Sodium: 5mg / Iron: 0,6mg
Megan Witt says
Delicious! I added cocoa powder and some chia seeds. They taste like Samoa Girl scout cookies!