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Mango Coconut Energy Balls - A Bright, No-Bake Snack

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Dried mango (unsweetened if possible), roughly chopped
  • Medjool dates, pitted
  • Unsweetened shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
  • Raw cashews or almonds
  • Chia seeds or flaxseed meal
  • Coconut oil (melted), as needed for binding
  • Fresh lime zest and a squeeze of lime juice (optional, but brightens flavor)
  • Vanilla extract (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt

Method
 

  1. Prep the fruit: If your dried mango is very tough, soak it in hot water for 5–10 minutes, then drain well and pat dry. This helps it blend smoothly.
  2. Pulse the nuts: Add cashews to a food processor and pulse until they’re a fine, sandy crumb. Don’t go all the way to nut butter.
  3. Add the rest: Add dates, mango, shredded coconut, chia (or flax), salt, lime zest/juice, and vanilla. Pulse until the mixture clumps together.
  4. Check texture: Pinch a bit between your fingers. If it’s crumbly, add 1–2 teaspoons of melted coconut oil or a splash of water and pulse again until sticky.
  5. Roll: Scoop about 1 tablespoon per ball. Roll into smooth balls with slightly damp hands.
  6. Coat: Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut for a pretty finish and added texture.
  7. Chill: Place on a parchment-lined plate and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to set.