Paleo Mini Almond Joy Bites
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these Paleo Mini Almond Joy Bites—perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying committed to clean eating! This no-bake recipe transforms simple, wholesome ingredients like unsweetened shredded coconut, creamy almond butter, and rich dark chocolate into delectable bite-sized treats reminiscent of your favorite candy bar. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these naturally sweetened delights are gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with healthy fats, making them an ideal dessert or snack for paleo lifestyles. Topped with a crunchy whole almond and cloaked in melted chocolate, each bite bursts with layered textures and irresistible flavors. Store these bites in the fridge for a week of snacking bliss or serve them at your next gathering—they’re guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.25 cup almond butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips (Paleo-compatible)
- 24 pieces whole almonds
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut, almond butter, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until thoroughly combined to form a sticky dough.
Shape the dough into small balls, roughly the size of a tablespoon, using your hands. You should be able to make about 24 bite-sized treats.
Place each ball onto a tray lined with parchment paper. Firmly press one whole almond on top of each coconut ball, allowing the almond to stick.
Place the tray in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to allow the coconut balls to firm up.
Meanwhile, melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring in between until smooth.
Once the chocolate is melted, remove the coconut balls from the refrigerator. Dip each ball into the chocolate, rolling to coat evenly.
Allow the excess chocolate to drip back into the bowl, then place the chocolate-coated balls back onto the parchment-lined tray.
Refrigerate the dipped bites for an additional 30 minutes or until the chocolate is completely set.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.2 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.3 g | 496% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.6 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.2 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1573 mg | 33% | |
*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.
