These salted caramel coconut bliss balls are made with only 4 ingredients and are so easy to make. Grab a couple with a cup of tea for a blissful snack!
Bliss balls, energy balls, date balls…whatever you choose to call them they are all one thing: delicious!
What are bliss balls?
Bliss balls are a simple treat that pack a mighty health punch. These pick-me-ups are a simple concoction of whole, raw ingredients blended together and then rolled into a convenient ball that you can bring anywhere and eat any time! Making bliss balls have become such a staple in my kitchen. I think I must make them every week. They really are the perfect little snack to keep stored in a container in the fridge for whenever you need something quick and easy to eat.
Why are bliss balls healthy?
I think the better question is, is there anything not healthy about bliss balls?! Firstly, these balls contain only a handful of ingredients, so everything in these are whole and unprocessed. Secondly, being raw, these plant-based ingredients contain their natural enzymes that aid in digestion.
And now lastly, the ingredients in these specific salted caramel bliss balls are high in fiber, protein, minerals and vitamins. The main ingredient in any of my bliss ball recipes is Medjool dates – the best thing about this wonder ingredient is being a fruit, they have quite a bit of natural sugar. However, dates also have TONS of fiber, therefore, the glycemic index is low (low enough for diabetic patients!) on these bad boys, so they will give you lots of energy without spiking your blood sugar and leaving you in a crash. I think we should call them vegan energy balls instead! What else could you want out of a snack??
How to make salted caramel coconut bliss balls
Some other favourites I’ve made on the blog include these no-bake almond butter energy bites, and these coconut bliss balls. (an oldie, but a goodie!)
One thing I love about making these types of vegan bliss balls is that they are just so damn easy to make. I’m talking a food processor and the press of a button easy to make. It’s practically magic.
This recipe for salted caramel coconut bliss balls is especially easy to make since the recipe only uses 4 ingredients. Yup. that’s it. and one of the 4 is salt (which hardly even counts as an ingredient!)
The secret to the salted caramel flavour in these bliss balls is to use Medjool dates. If you’re not familiar with Medjool dates, they are bigger, softer and have a more caramelly flavour than regular dates do. They’re pretty much the definition of “nature’s candy.”
You can of course use regular dates in this recipe if you don’t have Medjool dates on hand, but if you can find them, I HIGHLY recommend them!
The other great thing about using dates in this recipe is that there is no added-sugar to these bliss balls! They are 100% natural ingredients but taste super decedent.
I like to roll mine in some unsweetened shredded coconut, but you can roll these babies in anything you like! Hemp seeds, chia seeds, and cocoa powder are all good options.
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Healthy and delicious bliss balls that only require 4 ingredients!
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted Medjool dates (packed)
- 1 cup almonds (I use blanched sliced almonds)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (+extra for rolling)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Add the Medjool dates, almonds, shredded coconut and salt to a food processor and pulse until it forms into a sticky dough.
Using your hands, roll into bite-sized balls, and then roll into a plate of shredded coconut to top if desired.
Store in the fridge in an airtight container
Notes
Depending on how fresh your dates are, you may need a few more dates. If your dough isn’t sticky enough, add a couple more dates and pulse until it feels like a sticky dough.
Can’t find Medjool dates? Soak regular dates in hot water for 5 minutes. Drain and use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 129
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: energy bites, healthy treat, salted caramel bliss balls, vegan snack, healthy snack
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Zoe
March 29, 2019 at 9:03 amHow long can you keep them for
★★★★★
Jess
March 29, 2019 at 11:57 amThese will last in the fridge for a few weeks and they also freeze well!
Gabby Brown
March 26, 2019 at 9:08 pmThese are so good!!!! So easy to make and great for snacks!!
★★★★★
Jess
March 27, 2019 at 4:06 pmThanks so much for the review Gabby! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe!
Elise
March 25, 2019 at 6:14 pmReallly easy, but sooo delicious!! Def recommend then! Xxx
★★★★★
Jess
March 25, 2019 at 9:08 pmThank you so much for the review Elise! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe 🙂
Kara Shreeve
December 3, 2018 at 10:30 pmJust made these today. So delicious!!!! Making them again for the family on Christmas 🙂
★★★★★
Jess
December 4, 2018 at 1:20 pmThank you so much for the review Kara! So happy to hear you liked the recipe as much as I do! These are my go-to snack 🙂
Jenna
November 22, 2018 at 6:07 amThanks for the recipe, can’t wait to try them out.
Any idea how long these last? I’m looking for a recipe I can make for Christmas treats for friends and family
Jess
November 22, 2018 at 12:58 pmHi Jenna, they should last a good month in the fridge, of you also freeze these! I like to store half my batch in the freezer and then whip them out when I want to eat them! I hope you love them 🙂
Elissa
November 10, 2018 at 11:09 amThese look great, Jess. I can’t eat almonds. What nut would you suggest using as an alternative? Cashews?
Jess
November 10, 2018 at 2:18 pmHi Elissa, you can use any type of nut you like! Cashews will definitely work great. If you like the taste of walnuts those would be a good option as well!
Ben
October 25, 2018 at 4:35 pmSuper easy to make and tastes like candy, but they’re healthy!
★★★★★
Charlotte
September 21, 2018 at 10:13 pmThese are so easy! Soooo delicious!! Even my young children make them now!
★★★★★
Jess
September 22, 2018 at 3:30 amHi Charlotte, thank you so much! I’m SO happy to hear you loved these and that your kids loved them too!:)
Jenny
September 20, 2018 at 1:52 pmExcept where does the caremel come in ?
Jess
September 20, 2018 at 2:18 pmHi Jenny, the caramel flavour comes from the Medjool dates with have a rich caramel flavour!
Maia
July 12, 2018 at 7:23 pmThank you! form the bottom of my heart! These were the best energy bites i ever had. kudos kudos udos what a brilliant ratio <33
★★★★★
Jess
July 13, 2018 at 12:05 pmThanks Maia! I’m SO happy you loved this recipe! These are my favourite energy bites too 🙂
Ela
March 30, 2018 at 4:11 amI love that this recipe has only 4 ingredients and all of them are so healthy! Great photos, Jess 🙂
Jess
March 30, 2018 at 5:27 amThanks Ela! They’re my favourite snack these days 🙂
Albert Bevia
March 27, 2018 at 5:37 pmI´m a big fan of medjool dates, these bliss balls sound incredibly good, such a great snack to have at hand at any time of the day…and so easy to make too! great recipe
Jess
March 27, 2018 at 6:42 pmHi Albert. Thank you! They’re the perfect thing to keep stored in the fridge for when you need a quick snack to grab n go!
cakespy
March 27, 2018 at 4:35 pmThese look perfect. What a great post yoga snack for me!
Jess
March 27, 2018 at 6:42 pmThank you! They’re perfect for after some yoga 🙂
Caitlin
March 27, 2018 at 1:20 pmOooo! A little salty-sweet is so up my alley. These sound soooo delicious, and only a few ingredients, too!
Jess
March 27, 2018 at 2:14 pmHi Caitlin, thank you! I love sweet and salty combination too!
Tabitha @ Tabitha Talks Food
March 27, 2018 at 12:00 pmThese look like a fun and easy recipe to make! I’m sure they are good for grab and go snacks yumm!
Jess
March 27, 2018 at 2:15 pmHi Tabitha, thank you! They’re the perfect little snack for on the go. I love having them ready in my fridge for when I need a quick bite.
Ghada
March 26, 2018 at 2:23 pmLooks divine.
I’m assuming its 1 cup almonds right?
It doesn’t say the amount in the recipe.
Thanks
Jess
March 27, 2018 at 2:15 pmYes 1 cup!:)