No Bake Toasted Coconut Chocolate Energy Balls

Recipe from the article: V is for Vegan

No Bake Toasted Coconut Chocolate Energy Balls
Photo: Vegan Fusion

Makes 20 energy balls.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegan dark chocolate chips
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans or macadamia nuts, toasted
  • ½ cup coconut flakes, toasted
  • ¼ cup almond or peanut butter
  • 2 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • ⅛ tsp. ground cinnamon
  • Pinch cardamom powder

Directions

Place chocolate chips in double boiler on medium high heat until chips are melted, stirring frequently. Place in a large bowl. Set aside ¼ cup of the toasted coconut to sprinkle on top of energy balls. Add remaining ingredients to the melted chocolate and mix well. Measure out 20 servings with a small scoop, roll into balls and place on a parchment paper lined or well oiled baking sheet. Top with remaining coconut. Refrigerate until cool and serve slightly chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition facts per serving (39g): Calories 194; Fats 15g; Sodium 3mg; Carbs 18.5g; Protein 3.6g.

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