Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Energy Balls

These energy balls are the perfect combination of chewy and crunchy. They are a delicious summer snack that require no baking. Sweetened with honey and monk fruit! If you have noticed by now, I love using monk fruit in my recipes! It is a great, zero glycemic index sugar substitute that works so well in many sweet treats. And these dark chocolate coconut almond energy balls are no different. They sweeten the chocolate coating to a nice dark chocolate sweetness, but more can be used if a sweeter chocolate is preferred.

If you like healthy sweet chocolate treats, you may also like to try my Chocolate Cashew Chia Pudding Recipe

Why you will love this recipe

Candy bar like texture–when my husband first tried these, he said it reminded him of a Snickers bar texture. They are chewy, but with crunchy toasted almonds. The longer they sit in the fridge, the crunchier they become. If you are a fan of nuts, coconut, and chocolate, then these are the energy balls for you. Just be sure to keep them chilled until eating, as the chocolate coating melts quickly!

Wholesome and natural ingredients–I love sharing recipes with real, wholesome ingredients. These dark chocolate coconut almond energy balls are a sweet treat but without any of the guilt. They are made with healthy sweeteners, healthy oil, and no questionable ingredients. Healthy eating can be so rewarding and definitely doesn’t need to sacrifice flavor. With some simple swaps, you will find that wholesome and natural ingredients go a long way in the way that we feel. You can satisfy a sweet tooth without the guilt!

Anti-inflammatory ingredients–Not only are these chocolate coconut almond energy balls made with wholesome and natural ingredients, they also have several anti-inflammatory ingredients in them as well. Almonds and cacao powder both have anti-inflammatory properties. There are so many reasons to consume foods that are anti-inflammatory. Eating this way reduces swelling in our bodies, and improves our bodies’ ability to heal. A diet consisting of highly processed, sugary foods, or unhealthy oils creates an inflammatory environment in our body that is prone to disease. Diet is highly important when it comes to health. And inflammation may be connected to several different chronic diseases. Read more here about the importance of eating foods that are anti-inflammatory.

Ingredients

Coconut Almond Filling

Raw Almonds

Desiccated Coconut-The thinly shredded coconut that desiccated coconut is works so well. When combined with the other ingredients, it packs so well together. Also, make sure to check the label for added sugar. Many dried coconut comes sweetened. Look for unsweetened coconut.

Almond Flour

Coconut Oil– When buying coconut oil, it is best to look for cold pressed, unrefined, and virgin. This means that there is less processing to the coconut oil and it is closer to its original state.

Honey– Raw honey is what you want, and local raw honey is even better!

Almond Butter

Sea Salt

Dark Chocolate Coating

Coconut oil– softened

Cacao Powder– Rich in antioxidants! Cocoa powder will also work here too.

Monk Fruit and Erythritol Sweetener-Zero on the glycemic index.

Sea Salt

How to Make Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Energy Balls

Step 1: Chop the almonds and place in a pan on low-medium heat. Toast for 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant. Add the desiccated coconut to the chopped almonds and continue toasting for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring the whole time. Coconut that is shredded this small toasts very quickly, so keep an eye on it!

Step 2: Add chopped almonds, coconut, and almond flour to a medium bowl.

Step 3: Melt the coconut oil and honey in the warm pan that held the almonds and coconut. Allow to melt and then pour into the bowl with the dry ingredients.

Step 4: Add almond butter and salt to the bowl and mix well. Form the mixture into 12 balls and place on a plate or tray lined with parchment paper. Chill in freezer for 30 minutes.

Step 5: While the coconut almond balls are chilling, prepare the chocolate coating by mixing the softened coconut oil, cacao powder, Monk fruit erythritol sweetener, and salt in a small bowl.

Step 6: When the balls are finished chilling, cover each ball in the chocolate and return to the parchment lined tray. The chocolate will become firm because of the cold balls.

Step 7: Enjoy right away or return the tray to the fridge. The chocolate coating will melt quickly, so eat directly from the fridge or soon after removing from the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

If you love healthy energy bites like this, then you may enjoy making my NO-BAKE TOASTED COCONUT PEANUT BUTTER BITES WITH ALMOND PULP or HEALTHY PEANUT BUTTER ENERGY BALLS WITH ALMOND PULP

Yield: 12 balls

Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Energy Balls

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These dark chocolate coconut almond energy balls are the perfect healthy sweet treat. With a candy bar-like texture that is both chewy and crunchy, these are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with zero guilt!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Refrigeration 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

Coconut Almond Balls

• 1/2 cup almonds, chopped and toasted
• 1 cup desiccated coconut
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 Tbsp almond butter
• 1/8 teaspoon

Dark Chocolate Coating

• 1/3 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup cacao powder*
• 2 Tbsp monk fruit and erythritol sweetener
• pinch of sea salt

Instructions

1. Chop the almonds and place in a pan on low-medium heat. Toast for 1-2 minutes until they become fragrant. Add the desiccated coconut to the chopped almonds and continue toasting for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring the whole time. Coconut that is shredded this small toasts very quickly, so keep an eye on it!
2. Add chopped almonds, coconut, and almond flour to a medium bowl.
3. Melt the coconut oil and honey in the warm pan that held the almonds and coconut. Allow to melt and then pour into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
4. Add almond butter and salt to the bowl and mix well. Form the mixture into 12 balls and place on a plate or tray lined with parchment paper. Chill in freezer for 30 minutes.
5. While the coconut almond balls are chilling, prepare the chocolate coating by mixing the softened coconut oil, cacao powder, Monk fruit erythritol sweetener, and salt in a small bowl.
6. When the balls are finished chilling, cover each ball in the chocolate and return to the parchment lined tray. The chocolate will become firm because of the cold balls.
7. Enjoy right away or return the tray to the fridge. The chocolate coating will melt quickly, so eat directly from the fridge or soon after removing from the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

*Cocoa powder can also be used in place of cacao powder, but cacao powder provides more antioxidants and is less processed.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 383Total Fat: 29gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 114mgCarbohydrates: 28gFiber: 5gSugar: 18gProtein: 7g