Coconut lemon balls are perfect if you’re a lemon lover looking for an easy, no-bake treat! Made with fresh lemons and shredded coconut, these bites are naturally flavorful and come together in just 10 minutes.
Bliss balls are always a fantastic choice for a convenient, on-the-go snack.
These lemon coconut balls have a refreshing and zesty flavor, offering a unique profile compared to my assortment of snack balls, including the popular chocolate bliss balls. From there, I ventured into crafting cacao and peanut butter balls, drawing inspiration from my matcha energy balls.
If you're in the mood for a more dessert-like experience, you simply must sample my chocolate avocado balls, reminiscent of wholesome truffles. I am astonished by how delightful they turn out!
About The Ingredients
The complete list of ingredients with measurements, can be found in the full recipe card below.
With just six straightforward ingredients, I rely on fresh lemons for their zesty essence and juice, forming the foundational flavor that intertwines with shredded coconut, oats (find gluten free certified oats here), a hint of maple syrup, and vanilla.
Pitted dates also infuse moisture and sweetness into the mixture.
I recommend to avoid using cold dates whenever possible, as they are excessively firm and may not blend seamlessly. If you do need to use cold dates, a brief soak in hot water for a couple of minutes can help soften them, followed by a thorough drainage.
The Steps
Create The Sticky Dough
In your food processor, combine all the ingredients.
Process the mixture for one minute, pausing to scrape down the sides of the food processor with a spatula. Process for an additional minute.
Shape The Balls
Simply take a portion of the mixture using a spoon or cookie scoop, and using your hands, roll it into 1-inch balls.
For an extra hint of coconut flavor, coat the balls in shredded coconut by gently rolling them in more shredded coconut. Afterward, place them on a tray lined with parchment paper.
Continue this process until all the mixture is utilized.
Ensure that the balls are not in contact with one another. Allow the tray to sit in the fridge for one hour, enabling the lemon balls to solidify.
Subsequently, transfer the balls to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Recipe
Coconut Lemon Balls
Ingredients
- ½ cup Pitted dates room temperature
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest heaping
- ⅓ cup Lemon juice fresh
- 1 cup Shredded coconut optional - plus extra for coating
- ½ cup Rolled oats optional - GF certification
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
Instructions
- In a food processor, add the pitted dates, lemon juice and lemon zest, shredded coconut, rolled oats, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Process them for one minute and then use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the food processor. Process for another minute.`
- Using your hands, take some of the mixture using either a spoon or cookie scoop and roll it into a 1 inch balls. Optional step, cover the balls in shredded coconut by rolling them around in more shredded coconut. Place the ball onto a parchment paper lined tray. Repeat until all the mixture is used. Make sure the balls are not touching. Place the tray for one hour into the fridge so the lemon balls harden. Then transfer them to an airtight container and place them into the fridge for up to one week.
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Notes
Nutrition
N.B., nutrition info is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator. This will vary based on the specific ingredients you use.
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