No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Snowballs
No-bake chocolate coconut snowballs are rich, chocolatey bite-sized treats made with oats, cocoa, and coconut. These quick, no-bake energy bites are perfect for the holidays, potlucks, or a simple everyday dessert. Easy to make, naturally gluten-free, and easy to adapt for vegan diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 snowballs
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ¼ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Add nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until thick and sticky.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop out small portions and roll into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut for coating.
- Place on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Notes
- Add chopped nuts or dried cranberries for texture and flavor.
- Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for extra richness.
- Use maple syrup and plant-based nut butter for vegan version.
- Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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