Lemon Coconut Balls
These are up there with ridiculously easy to make recipes. I love food that comes together really quickly and you need an absolute max of 15 mins to make these Lemon Coconut Balls. And not only are they really quick to make, but they are also free from dairy, gluten and refined sugar!
Free from dairy, gluten and refined sugar!
These make a great snack to take to work or have at home for that mid-afternoon sweet treat. They also double up as a pretty good dessert too!
Lemon Coconut Balls - Key Nutrients
Lemon - Lemons are rich in vitamin C as well as minerals magnesium, copper and potassium and the zesty sour citrus flavour acts as the perfect palate cleanser.
Almonds - Almonds are a fantastic source of monounsaturated fats and vitamin E. Almonds also contain calcium and evidence shows they can reduce cholesterol and promote antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
Coconut – Coconut oil provides a direct source of energy and offers other benefits including protection against heart disease and boosting immune health.
Lemon Coconut Balls
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups desiccated coconut (plus a little extra for rolling)
- 1 cup almond meal (ground almonds)
- 4 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tbsp rice malt syrup (see below for substitute)
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into the food processor.
- Blend until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Roll mixture into approx 12 balls. Roll each ball in desiccated coconut to decorate.
- Place balls into freezer for approx 30 minutes and then store in the fridge.
Notes
Essential Equipment
Food processorTips
Ensure the coconut oil is in liquid form when you add to the food processor. If its hard you can melt by popping into the microwave for 30 seconds. Honey can be used as an alternative to rice malt syrup and if used this recipe needs 3-4 tbsp. I use a standard cup measure. If you don’t have one you can use a mug and substitute the amount for approx ¾ of a standard mug for one cup.Find your Ingredients
Desiccated coconut and almond meal - baking aisle Coconut oil - health food or cooking oils aisle Rice malt syrup - health food aisleIf you love these, you'll love these bliss balls too;
Amy Savage is a qualified Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional & Dietetic Medicine and is available for consultations online and in Sydney CBD. Email amy@amysavagenutrition.com for further details.
2 Responses
YUM! Such a great, easy, on-the go snack! Need to try them soon!
Thanks Karly! I'd love to hear what you think 🙂