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Healthy Chocolate Coconut Bites

Healthy Chocolate Coconut Bites for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Healthy Chocolate Coconut Bites are a guilt-free indulgence combining dark chocolate and sweet coconut, perfect for a quick snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 2 cups shredded coconut unsweetened
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure
For the Coating
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips sugar-free for keto option

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Pulse until sticky paste forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Take small portions of the mixture and roll into bite-sized balls, about 1-inch in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Transfer to the freezer for about 20 minutes to firm up.
  4. Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth. Dip each chilled bite into the chocolate.
  5. Return chocolate-coated bites to the baking sheet and freeze for an additional 10-15 minutes until chocolate hardens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, ensure coconut oil is fully melted, allow sufficient chilling time, and use parchment paper between layers when storing. Experiment with flavors like adding sea salt to the chocolate coating.

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