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Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls

Published: Apr 2, 2020 · Modified: Oct 16, 2020 by greenlitebitescom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

I originally posted Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls in 2014. I'm reposting now as I search my archives for some of my fun, forgotten recipes. 

Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls

I've never quite been able to master my own granola bar recipe but put a few forgiving ingredients in a bowl and mash together into balls and voila! A homemade, portable snack or, in my case, breakfast.

Most mornings, I wake up at 5:25 a.m., throw clothes on, and head to the gym for a 6 a.m. class. I barely give myself enough time to brush my teeth, let alone make breakfast, so I've been experimenting with these and a few other grab-and-go ideas.

I was inspired to come up with a new flavor after buying my first-ever bag of coconut.

bag of coconut

It's yet another ingredient (like mushrooms and avocado) I was not fond of as a child, but now absolutely love!

Here's the step by to make Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls, the recipe is below for easy printing.

Put all the ingredients in a bowl.

Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls - step 1

Combine well.

Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls - step 2

Form into 20 balls.

Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls

I store mine in an air-tight container and grab 2-3 before heading out the door in the morning.

Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls - stored

Note: I originally made these with my homemade chocolate syrup, which I will need to repost as well!

Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls - Portrait
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Chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls

Prep 5 mins

Total 5 mins

Author Roni Noone

Yield 10 servings

Loaded with oats, flax, and almond butter, chocolate-Coconut Energy Balls are great for a grab-and-go breakfast or a fun snack for the kids!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 6 tbsp creamy almond butter (96g) (any nut butter would work)
  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed (4 tbsp – 26g)
  • 6 tbsp shredded unsweetened coconut (30g)
  • ½ ounce cocoa nibs (14g) (If you don’t have it you can skip or add a few mini chocolate chips)
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ¼ cup chocolate syrup

Instructions

Put all the ingredients in a bowl.

Combine well.

Form into 20 balls.

Courses Any

Cuisine Any

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2 energy balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 165

% Daily Value

Total Fat 10 g

15%

Total Carbohydrates 19 g

6%

Dietary Fiber 4 g

16%

Sugars 8 g

Protein 5 g

10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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