Carob Balls Aka Confection
Indulge in the naturally sweet, nutrient-packed goodness of Carob Balls, a no-bake confection that’s as healthy as it is delicious! Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, pitted dates, and shredded coconut, these energy bites are elevated by the rich, chocolate-like flavor of carob powder and a hint of creamy peanut butter. Perfectly sweetened with honey or maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option, and finished with a touch of sea salt and vanilla, these treats strike the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Quick and effortless to prepare in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, they’re the ultimate grab-and-go snack or guilt-free dessert. Roll them in extra coconut or carob powder for a decorative, flavor-packed finish, and enjoy a naturally gluten-free and dairy-free delight that’s both satisfying and nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Carob powder
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Shredded unsweetened coconut
- 0.5 cup Raw almonds
- 10 pieces Dates, pitted
- 0.5 cup Peanut butter (or any nut butter of choice)
- 0.25 cup Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the raw almonds, rolled oats, and shredded coconut. Pulse until the mixture is ground into a coarse meal-like texture.
Add the pitted dates, carob powder, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and sea salt to the food processor.
Process everything together until the mixture becomes sticky and holds together when pressed between your fingers. If the mixture is too dry, add a tablespoon of water and process again until the desired consistency is reached.
Scoop out a heaping tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your hands to form a smooth ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture until all the carob balls are formed.
Optional: Roll the carob balls in extra shredded coconut or carob powder for an added layer of flavor and presentation.
Place the carob balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Store the carob balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or freeze them for up to three months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.5 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
