Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Bites
Vegan and gluten-free chocolate coconut bites made by combining nut butter, maple syrup, and cocoa with oats, coconut, and flaxseed. No baking required—simply mix, roll, and enjoy. Optional coconut flake coating adds texture.
Ingredients
- ½ cup natural unsalted peanut butter or almond butter
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup warm water
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut shreds or flakes
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ cup almond meal
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Whisk together nut butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, and water until smooth.
- 2
Add coconut, oats, almond meal, and flaxseed. Stir until cohesive and dough-like, using a rubber spatula to fold toward the end.
- 3
Scoop mixture and roll into bites.
- 4
Optionally roll in coconut flakes.
Good to Know
Keep in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Prepare up to 3 days before serving.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Common Mistakes
Overmix the dough to avoid a dense, heavy texture—fold gently toward the end.
Skip the water to avoid a dry mixture that won't hold shape when rolled.