Decadent Raspberry Coconut Balls
Indulge in bite-sized tropical treats featuring a delightful fusion of coconut and tart fresh raspberries, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh raspberries
- Extra shredded coconut for rolling
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Bring all your ingredients together on your kitchen counter.
- Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, coconut cream, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until thoroughly mixed.
- Fold in the Raspberries: Gently fold in the fresh raspberries without mashing them.
- Form the Balls: Scoop about a tablespoon-sized portion of the mixture and roll it between your palms to create smooth balls.
- Roll into Coconut: Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut until generously coated.
- Chill to Perfection: Refrigerate the balls on a parchment-lined plate for at least 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Enjoy Your Treats: Serve chilled and enjoy them as a delightful treat with friends and family.
Notes
To enhance texture and flavor, consider using almond butter or cashew nuts. These balls can also be made using frozen raspberries, just ensure they are drained well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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