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A small pyramid stack of homemade lemon coconut balls, coated in shredded coconut and ready to eat.

Coconut Lemon Energy Balls: A Zesty & Refreshing No-Bake Treat

Whip up these no-bake Coconut Lemon Energy Balls in just 15 minutes! This healthy and delicious snack is made with oats, cashews, dates, and fresh lemon for a perfectly sweet, zesty, and refreshing treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 16 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 115
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Old-fashioned, not instant.
  • 1/2 cup Raw Cashews
  • 1 cup Medjool Dates Pitted and packed.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut Divided.
  • 1 large Lemon Zest and juice.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Sea Salt

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor
  • 1 Baking sheet

Instructions
 

  1. In a food processor, combine the rolled oats and cashews. Pulse until a coarse, sandy texture forms.
  2. Add the pitted dates, 1/2 cup of shredded coconut, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and sea salt. Process on high for 1-2 minutes until a sticky dough forms and clumps together.
  3. Scoop approximately 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball between your hands.
  4. Place the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded coconut in a small bowl. Roll each ball in the coconut to coat evenly.
  5. Place the energy balls on a parchment-lined plate and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up before serving.

Notes

Date Tip: If your dates are dry, soak them in hot water for 10 minutes and drain well before using.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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