Lime Coconut Energy Balls (No-Bake)
Lime coconut energy balls are the perfect breakfast or snack! Made with just four ingredients, they’re an easy, gluten-free, naturally sweetened, no-bake recipe that’s bright, refreshing, and packed with nutrients to keep you full.
Looking for more no-bake bites? Try our pb&j energy bites and pina colada coconut energy bites, too!
Originally, we created these coconut lime balls to keep the family fueled on hiking trips. You see, we needed a quick-to-make option: one that was tasty and two wouldn’t melt in the heat.
However, these coconut power balls are so tasty they quickly became part of our regular snack rotation. Typically, when we think of energy balls we don’t exactly imagine something that’s light and refreshing. But that’s exactly what these bites are!
The shredded coconut and zesty lime are the perfect combination of flavors. It tastes like key lime pie energy bites! Even better, you only need four ingredients, and they’re all pantry staples we pretty much always have on hand.
Ingredients
Below is an overview of the ingredients and instructions to make this coconut power balls recipe. Please be sure to scroll down to the recipe card below for the complete details!
- Almonds – We use raw almonds, but you can substitute roasted varieties if preferred.
- Dates – To make this recipe easy choose pitted and dried Medjool dates. Otherwise, you have to spend a lot of time removing the pits!
- Unsweetened Shredded Coconut Flakes – You can’t have coconut energy balls without coconut! Save extras to make chocolate chip coconut zucchini cookies and coconut pancakes, too!
- Lime – Use fresh lime juice and lime zest to add a light, vibrant taste.
How to Make No-Bake Lime Coconut Energy Bites
- Combine. Add all the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor.
2. Blend. Pulse on high until a crumbly, sticky mixture forms.
3. Test the consistency. Grab a portion of the “batter” and roll it into a ball. If it sticks together, continue to shape your bites. If it crumbles, add an extra splash of lime juice or water, and pulse gently to combine.
4. Shape the balls. Divide the mixture into roughly two tablespoon-sized portions, rolling it into balls. Serve your coconut energy balls right away. Or, transfer them to the fridge or freezer to solidify a little further.
Optional Add-Ins and Variations
We love the simplicity of these coconut energy balls, but you can always add extra ingredients to make them even more filling and nutritious! Some great options include:
- Orange or Lemon Zest
- Hemp Seeds
- Quick Oats or Rolled Oats
- Protein Powder
- Walnuts or Cashews
- Peanut Butter
- Sunflower Seeds
- Chia Seeds
- Maple Syrup
Common Questions
Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Yes! They will stay fresh in the freezer for up to three months. To prevent them from clumping together, place the balls on a baking sheet, and freeze for one to two hours.
Then, transfer them to a sealable bag. When you’re ready to eat thaw them in the fridge overnight or at room temperature.
More Easy Snacks to Try
Lime Coconut Energy Balls (No-Bake) Recipe
Equipment
- 1 zester
Ingredients
- 1 cup almonds (see notes)
- 1 cup dried and pitted dates
- 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1 lime, zested & juiced (1 Tablespoon zest & 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon juice)
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor.1 cup almonds, 1 cup dried and pitted dates, 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, 1 lime, zested & juiced
- Process on HIGH until a crumbly and sticky mixture forms. You may need to stop the food processor a couple times to scrape the sides and bottom with a silicone spatula.
- Once blended, take 1 Tablespoon of mixture out and press it together with your fingers. If it sticks together enough to form into a ball, go ahead and form 1 inch bites. If not, add a little more lime juice or water to moisten the mixture enough to allow it to hold together.
- The recipe makes about 20- 1" bites to enjoy now or store in the fridge for up to 1 week in an airtight container.
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Hi! These sound amazing, what would the portions be for 21 day fix?
Hi Jamie, I am not sure what container these bites would go in. I have not done the 21Day Fix program, but I do know that these bites are perfect for this diet because they only contain healthy whole foods and nothing processed. Happy snacking!
I just made these for our back to school teacher in-service day. They are delicious and so easy!! 😊
Hi Natalie! Thank you so much for making these energy balls. I am so glad everyone liked them. I miss talking with you on a regular basis. Hugs! 🙂
These look amazing! I can’t wait to make these! Thanks! 🙂
Karla, I am SO excited for you to try them! You’ll have to let me know what you think after you make a batch. 🙂
Amazing reminded me of keylime pie. Omg love em
Woohoo! Yes, I think you are on to something, Key Lime Pie Bites it is 😉 Thanks for taking the time to leave such a sweet comment, Sherry!
Help! My husband is allergic to nuts! Any suggested alternatives to the almonds? Katherine
Hi Katherine, would cashews or pecans work? Pepitas?
Hi Sammi, thanks for the suggestions but he’s allergic to all nuts, even pistachios! It’s so hard finding good/healthy snacks & recipes that don’t contain nuts. Most trail mix, granola and alike are off-limits for nut-allergy sufferers! 🙁 Thanks again though…..
Gotcha! What about seeds like pepitas (pumpkin seeds) or sunflower seeds?
Yum!!! I didn’t have a lime, but I made it with almond milk. They are amazing! My kids love them. I feel like I’m indulging too!
It does feel like you are indulging because they are so stinkin’ delicious, but there is absolutely no guilt because they are so healthy! Thanks for stopping by and letting me know your recipe experience, Beth! Blessings!
Very tasty! The lime and coconut are apparent, but not overpowering. A great substitute for a sweet snack/treat for my kids, too!
Well said, Darla! Yes I agree, the lime and coconut are not overpowering. Sod glad to know you enjoyed this recipe. It is one of our favorites especially during the warmer months. Blessings to you!
These exceeded my expectations! We just made them and they are delicious. I will make a double batch next time for sure.
Wonderful! I am thrilled that you love them, Johanna! Thanks for telling me 🙂 It always makes my day to read comments like these!
I am fresh off of my first Whole 30 and I plan to make these to take on a three day work conference next week (three days of my life I’ll never get back, but I digress…) They will help me resist the candy bucket that is inevitably in the middle of conference tables. Thanks for putting such great, easy, healthy recipes out there!
Congratulations on completing your first Whole30! I agree, these will definitely help you keep out of the candy bucket 😉 Thank you for your kind words and I hope to continue to put out healthy and delicious recipes for others to enjoy.
Four ingredients? I can handle that. 😉 Thanks for sharing these with us at Allergy Free Thursday! 🙂
Right?! They are SO easy and SO delicious 🙂 Have a great week, Raia!
Yum! I hate to say it, but these wouldn’t make it hiking. What a perfect flavor combination for summer! Thanks so much for linking up with us at You Link It We Make It. We hope to see you again! – Kim @ knockitoffkim.com
I freeze them in hopes of me not eating the entire batch during a moment of weakness. However, even in those moments I find a way to eat them! lol I don’t care that they are frozen solid, they are still amazing 😉
Mmmm, these look and sound amazing! Healthy and nutritious!
Thanks for sharing (and for linking up to the #SHINEbloghop).
Wishing you a lovely day.
xoxo
Thanks Jennifer! Yes, they are filled with whole foods. You can eat healthy and still feel like you are indulging 🙂
These look amazing!
Thanks Bethany! They are honestly the best summer treat!!
I can finish that in one siting, so delicious, thanks for sharing with Hearth and soul blog hop. pinning and tweeting.
Ha! I hear ya, Swathi 🙂 They really are addicting!
What a great idea for family hikes! Thanks for joining the Family Joy link party. 🙂
I love the lime and the coconut! It reminds me of a song! Pinned for later.
Me too! “You put the lime in the coconut…” Thanks for visiting, Analida, and for pinning this refreshing recipe!
Can I get the nutritional information on this? My FIL needs to watch his sugars and “white” processed items. This would satisfy his sweet tooth.
Hi Erica, there are 72 calories, 9 grams carbs, 4 grams fat, and 6 grams of sugar in each bite. The recipe makes 20 bites. You do not need to be concerned with “white” items as there are no processed foods in this recipe, only whole foods. I hope your F-I-L enjoys these!