Carob Orange Balls
Brighten up your snack routine with these delightful Carob Orange Balls—a no-bake, vegan treat that’s bursting with flavor and wholesome goodness! Made with naturally sweet dates, protein-packed raw almonds, and a touch of aromatic carob powder, these energy bites are elevated by the vibrant zing of fresh orange zest and juice. Coated in unsweetened shredded coconut for a perfect balance of texture and taste, they’re as visually appealing as they are delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with nutrients, these gluten-free snacks make a refreshing option for healthy desserts, midday pick-me-ups, or post-workout fuel. Store them in the fridge to enjoy a chewy, citrusy boost all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pitted dates
- 1 cup Raw almonds
- 3 tablespoons Carob powder
- 1 tablespoon Fresh orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the pitted dates and raw almonds. Blend until the mixture is finely ground and begins to clump together.
Add the carob powder, fresh orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract to the food processor. Blend until the mixture is fully combined and forms a cohesive, sticky dough.
Using clean hands, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the rest of the dough until you’ve formed about 12 balls.
Place the unsweetened shredded coconut into a shallow dish or plate. Roll each ball in the shredded coconut until fully coated.
Transfer the Carob Orange Balls to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Enjoy chilled as a healthy snack or dessert. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.3 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.4 g | 267% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.3 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.2 g | 208% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.9 g | ||
| Protein | 41.6 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 644 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3447 mg | 73% | |
*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.
