Vanilla Coconut Balls

A hand holds a vanilla energy ball with a bite taken out, revealing white chocolate chips.

These satisfying Vanilla Bliss Balls offer a touch of sweetness with a hearty, energizing bite. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, they're the perfect guilt-free treat.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Diet Vegan

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 11

Servings balls

Calories 172kcal

Author Marly McMillen

Equipment

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
1 cup almond flour
½ cup almond butter
1 tablespoon coconut oil melted
3 tablespoons agave nectar or maple syrup
¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)

Cups - Metric

Instructions

Combine oats, flax, protein powder, almond flour, and almond butter in a food processor. Pulse in short bursts until combined and broken down into small bits.
Test the batter. If it's not sweet enough, stir in another tablespoon of agave nectar. If it's too wet, stir in another tablespoon of ground flax or some coconut shreds.
Stir in chocolate chips, if using.
Use a cookie scoop to portion the batter into equal sizes. Roll these into balls. Place balls in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

Notes

It can help to wet your hands before rolling these balls - to help them stick together.

I like the texture to be on the sticky side, so if they're dry and crumbly, add a bit more syrup sweetener.

You can substitute pitted Medjool dates but it will change the color and flavor of these vanilla bites.

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