Lemon Coconut No Bake Energy Bites
Lemon Coconut Energy Bites (aka Bliss Balls) are a no-bake treat made with only 6 simple, wholesome ingredients. They come together in a cinch for a delicious, healthy snack or dessert!
Lemon + Coconut = Flavor Explosion! I love lemony desserts, especially when they are raw and so healthy!
Lemon Coconut Energy Bites are made with wholesome ingredients so you can be sure that you are feeding yourself a nourishing treat any time of day.
The lemon and coconut flavors come through for a bright lemon flavor with a hint of coconut in these easy energy bites. I hope you enjoy these as much as I do!
Ingredients You’ll Need
In the recipe, a simple mix of nuts, seeds, and oats is blended with coconut, lemon, and dates, creating a thick paste that’s chilled and rolled into energy balls for a healthy and delicious snack.
Here is everything you will need, plus ingredient substitution ideas:
- Raw cashews – use only raw cashews, toasted ones will alter the flavor.
- Buckwheat groats (not toasted kasha) – sub with more cashews or oats.
- Rolled oats – sub the oats with more cashews or buckwheat groats.
- Unsweetened shredded coconut flakes
- Lemons
- Medjool dates
Recommended Ingredients: If you can’t find cashews and buckwheat groats in your area, you can find them online with these brands I use and trust (affiliate links):
- Buckwheat Groats (see more Buckwheat Groats recipes on TSV!)
- Raw Cashews (see more Cashew Recipes)
How To Make Lemon Coconut Energy Bites
(Note – The full printable recipe is at the bottom of this post)
- Start by blending the cashews, buckwheat groats and oats in a food processor until it’s a medium to fine grind. It doesn’t have to be perfect. The buckwheat may stay a bit chunky, so if you’re looking for a smooth center use all oats.
- Next, add the coconut, lemon zest + juice, and dates, blend until combined and you have a doughy consistency. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides once or twice. If you find your dough is a bit too dry try adding more fresh squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Chill dough for about 20 – 30 minutes.
- Roll into 1-inch balls, then roll in coconut flakes.
And now you’re ready to enjoy these flavorful energy bites!
Top Tips
- Keep your hands clean when rolling. If the dough starts to stick to the palm of your hands after rolling 2 or 3 balls, wash them in between every few balls for ease.
- Adjust base ingredients. This recipe is pretty fail-proof, so feel free to play around with the base mix ratios (cashews, groats, and oats) and amount of dates.
- Keep them uniform. Make the mounds uniform in size by using a scooper like this 1.5 tablespoons measuring spoon (affiliate link), which makes things so much easier!
- Date substitute. If you would rather not use dates or don’t have them on hand, you can substitute with pure maple syrup using 1/4 – 1/3 cup pure maple syrup.
How To Store
- Refrigerator: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: For longer storage, energy bites can be kept in the freezer for 2 – 3 months. To freeze, place the balls on a baking sheet or plate, about 1 inch apart, and place them in the freezer for a few hours (this will help them not stick together). Once frozen, you can store them in freezer-safe ziplock bags or containers. Let thaw in the refrigerator for a few hours before snacking.
More No-Bake Recipes!
- Healthy No Bake Energy Balls
- Cranberry Pistachio Oatmeal Energy Bites
- No Bake Chocolate Pistachio Cookie Balls
- Raw Ginger Snaps
- Raw Coconut Brownie Bites
- Hemp Heart Energy Bites
I hope you enjoyed this no bake recipe! Leave a comment and rate it below. I love to hear what you think, or any changes you make.
PrintLEMON COCONUT ENERGY BITES
An addicting healthy, no-bake, lemon coconut energy bites recipe made with cashews, buckwheat groats, oats, dates, lemon and coconut!
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: Makes 12 – 14 Cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: food processor
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1/3 cup buckwheat groats (not toasted kasha)
- 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut flakes
- 2 medium lemons (zest of 2, juice of 1)
- 7 – 8 medjool dates, pitted and chopped
- pinch of mineral salt, optional
For rolling
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup shredded coconut flakes
Instructions
Place cashews, buckwheat groats and oats in food processor and blend until a medium to fine grind (doesn’t have to be perfect). The buckwheat may stay a bit chunky so if you’re looking for a smooth center use all oats.
Add the coconut, lemon zest + juice, and dates, blend, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides, until you have a doughy consistency. If you find your dough is a bit too dry try adding more fresh squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Chill dough for about 20 – 30 minutes (this will help stiffen the paste for rolling). Roll into 1 inch balls, then roll in coconut flakes.
Makes approx. 14 – 18 balls
Store: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 – 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 – 3 months.
Notes
Date substitute. If you rather not use dates or don’t have them on hand, you can sub with pure maple syrup using 1/4 – 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, starting with the smaller amount.
If you don’t have buckwheat groats, replace with oats or more cashews. I love to include buckwheat wherever I can since it is a ‘superfood’ and packs a lot of protein and fiber per serving, they also have a nice nutty flavor. Per 1/4 cup serving you are getting 6 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber, more so than oats per serving, 1/2 cup yields 5 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber.
Keep your hands clean. When rolling, if the dough starts to stick to the palm of your hands after rolling 2 or 3 balls, wash them in between every few balls for ease.
Recommended Ingredients: If you can’t find cashews and buckwheat groats in your area, you can find them online with these brands I use and trust (affiliate links):
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Hello!
I’ve been wanting to try this recipe for a while, as I love the taste of tart lemon with a hint of sweetness. However, I am allergic to coconut. Is there anything else I can substitute the coconut with?
Thank you.
Great question, Sheila! You can replace the shredded coconut with oats. Enjoy!
My husband and I made these bliss balls today. We can foresee we’ll be making these pretty often from now on, though with lesser amount of dates. I think we’ve found a solution for our unhealthy craving of crackers! Thank you for such a yummy, healthy and fuss-free recipe, Julie! Look forward to try out your other recipes.
Do you also out coconut flakes in lemon bombs or just roll on outside?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup shredded coconut for the actual balls and 1/4 cup so you can roll them in it for that extra coconut flavor and finishing touch. :)
hello could I use other nuts in these recipe?
Although I recommend the cashews in this recipe, I would suggest that you could try using blanched almonds with good results. :)
These look amazing! I'm excited to try them!
Lemon and coconut is a combo I've never tried yet ! I looks delicious.
These are really good and not too sweet since I only used 5 dates ! You could add a couple more for more sweetness. They went over well with everyone I shared them with. :)