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Lemon Coconut Energy Balls with Oats & Seeds

If you want a snack recipe that tastes like a vacation, these Lemon-Coconut Energy Balls are for you. They have a zesty, coconut flavor that’s perfectly sweet while also being a great source of healthy fats. They’re great for meal prep ahead of a busy week or when you need a quick grab-and-go snack or dessert. Ready in just 10 minutes!
Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword easy snack, energy ball, Energy bites with oats and coconut, healthy snack, Lemon Coconut Energy Ball, Lemon coconut energy balls, plant-based snack, vegan snack
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 12 balls
Calories 160kcal
Author Lauren McNeill, RD

Equipment

  • Food processor or high speed blender

Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 cup raw, hulled, unsalted sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup large flake oats
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 5/6 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, divided divide into 1/2 cup and 1/3 cup portions
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup hemp seeds
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • If using a food processor, you can add all ingredients, besides 1/3 cup of shredded coconut, to the food processor and mix until the dough starts to form together. Skip to step 4.
  • If using a blender, add the sunflower seeds to a high-speed blender and blend until they’re smooth. Add the oats and blend until they have the consistency of flour.
  • Add the sunflower seeds and oats to a large bowl with the coconut oil, 1⁄2 cup of shredded coconut, the lemon zest, lemon juice, maple syrup, hemp seeds and salt. Stir to combine everything into a dough-like consistency.
  • Form the dough into balls of 2 to 3 tablespoons per ball. You should have approximately 12 balls.
  • Add the remaining 1⁄3 cup of shredded coconut to a bowl and roll the energy balls in the coconut. Place them on a clean plate and refrigerate them for 20 to 30 minutes until they’re set.
  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Notes

Storing leftovers: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week, or freeze leftovers for up to one month!

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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