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    Recipes » Desserts » Confections

    Salted Coconut Honey and Nut Bites

    Published: Jan 22, 2015 · Modified: Apr 17, 2019 by Marissa Stevens · 32 Comments

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    Would you agree that some days you just need a few bites of something sweet? Salted Coconut Honey and Nut Bites are just perfect - and, with this recipe you can make them in just a few minutes.

    Coconut-Honey-Nut-Bites

    Keith and I have been eating a little lighter lately - it is January after all and our waistlines need to recover from the holidays. Afternoon tummy rumbles have become the norm. So I decided to come up with a treat, something small, just a tide-me-over. 

    Coconut-Honey-Pecan-Walnut-Bites

    Making these is very simple, just a matter of tossing all of the ingredients into a food processor and zizzing away until nearly smooth. Then you'll be scooping out little balls, giving them a quick roll between your palms for shape, then a spin in some shredded coconut. And, voilà! The only cooking requirement is to melt some coconut oil.

    Maybe your tummy is rumbling too? These salted coconut, honey and nut bites are just the thing for a mid-afternoon or after dinner craving that won't give up.

    For other afternoon pick-me-up snack inspiration, try Homemade Almond Joy bites and Sugared Pecans!

    Salted Coconut Honey and Nut Bites

    Marissa Stevens
    Just a little sweet treat to tide you over when your stomach won't leave you alone.
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Dessert
    Servings 30 bites
    Calories 107 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup golden raisins
    • ½ cup coconut oil
    • ½ cup honey
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut divided
    • ½ cup walnuts
    • ¾ cup pecans
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ cup coconut sugar
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt

    Instructions
     

    • Place raisins in a small bowl and cover with very hot water; set aside.
    • In a small saucepan, heat coconut oil just until melted. Remove from heat and whisk in honey and vanilla to a smooth, caramel-like consistency. Set aside to cool.
    • To the bowl of a food processor add ½ cup shredded coconut, walnuts, pecans, cinnamon, sugar and salt. Drain raisins and add to coconut mixture. Pulse until very finely chopped. Pour coconut oil mixture over and process until nearly smooth - a consistency somewhere between creamy and chunky peanut butter. Transfer mixture to medium bowl.
    • Line a tray or baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Place remaining shredded coconut onto a small plate.
    • Scoop out a rounded teaspoon (the kind you eat with, not measure) of the nut mixture and roll between your palms into a ball. Place on plate of shredded coconut and gently roll the ball to coat with coconut. Transfer to prepared tray and repeat with remaining nut mixture. Cover tray with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm. Transfer nut bites to airtight container and store in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 107kcalCarbohydrates: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 42mgPotassium: 47mgSugar: 6gVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.3mg
    Tried this recipe?I'd love to see it! Tag me on Instagram at @pinchandswirl or leave me a comment and rating below.

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    1. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

      January 26, 2015 at 4:04 pm

      We can never get enough of energy balls! What a gorgeous sounding flavour Marissa! 😀

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 26, 2015 at 4:28 pm

        Thanks, Lorraine! xo

        Reply
    2. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

      January 26, 2015 at 12:40 pm

      I want to snack on these all afternoon! I love the coconut topping!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 26, 2015 at 1:20 pm

        Thanks, Ashley! Yes coconut on the inside and the outside!

        Reply
    3. hipfoodiemom says

      January 26, 2015 at 8:37 am

      Marissa, I love these!!! like really love these!! as you know, the no bake sweet treat bites are dangerous because I can eat way more than I should in one sitting but with ingredients like this, there's not much to feel guilty about!!! love these!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 26, 2015 at 9:35 am

        Thanks, Alice!

        Reply
    4. Joanne says

      January 26, 2015 at 5:09 am

      I love that these are sweet and salty and coconutty! Definitely a favorite flavor combo and so perfect for a little pick me up!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 26, 2015 at 9:35 am

        Exactly! Thanks, Joanne.

        Reply
    5. Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says

      January 25, 2015 at 7:43 am

      These bites look amazingly good! Love the coconut and honey flavour - beautiful combo! 😀

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 26, 2015 at 1:20 pm

        Thanks so much, Jess!

        Reply
    6. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

      January 24, 2015 at 8:08 am

      Salty, sweet, crunchy...what more could I ask for! Such a perfect little snack!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 24, 2015 at 9:51 am

        Just what I like too, Sonali!

        Reply
    7. Helen @ Scrummy Lane says

      January 24, 2015 at 1:10 am

      Hi, Marissa. I struggle every single day with what to eat when I've got the munchies. I usually end up eating less than wholesome stuff, if I'm totally honest, so these would be perfect to have in the fridge or freezer. Love that they're just little bites, too, although I'd probably end up using that as an excuse to scoff down loads!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 24, 2015 at 9:51 am

        I love it Helen! 🙂 I can promise you that won't - these little guys pack a punch!

        Reply
    8. Ella-HomeCookingAdventure says

      January 23, 2015 at 9:32 am

      Beautiful and healthy small treats. Love them already.

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 23, 2015 at 2:08 pm

        Thanks, Ella!

        Reply
    9. Kevin | keviniscooking says

      January 23, 2015 at 9:24 am

      I'm excited about this one and I really don't even like shredded coconut!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 23, 2015 at 2:08 pm

        Love it, Kevin. Let me know if you give the recipe a try.

        Reply
    10. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

      January 22, 2015 at 8:41 pm

      I haven't made many balls like this because we'd eat them. 🙂 They sure do look inviting.

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 22, 2015 at 10:08 pm

        I relate, Maureen. It's why I NEVER buy Cheetos. 😉

        Reply
    11. whiskandshout says

      January 22, 2015 at 8:04 pm

      I love energy bites like these! And salted coconut?! Genius!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 22, 2015 at 10:08 pm

        Thanks so much!

        Reply
    12. amanda says

      January 22, 2015 at 5:18 pm

      Love it! My husband is obsessed with these kinds of things right now. I'll be making them as soon as I get raisins!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 22, 2015 at 10:08 pm

        I thought of you with these, Amanda. You've been posting some awesome paleo recipes lately. Definitely want to try your version of Swedish meatballs.

        Reply
    13. nagimaehashi says

      January 22, 2015 at 2:28 pm

      Ooh, Marissa, the flavour combination of this really caught my eye!! I'm not one for "balls" (unless they are chocolate of course!) but THIS is really different, I love it!! You have the BEST taste! 🙂

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 22, 2015 at 10:07 pm

        Aww, thanks Nagi! These are great and I'd certainly never turn down a version that included chocolate! 🙂

        Reply
    14. Jolena @TheRubyKitchen says

      January 22, 2015 at 11:49 am

      These sound like the perfect little bit of sweetness at the end of the day. I love the use of honey and raisins.

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 22, 2015 at 10:04 pm

        Thanks Jolena!

        Reply
    15. Shashi at Runninsrilankan says

      January 22, 2015 at 10:52 am

      These are my kind of bites! Love the raisins and nuts and coconut combo! I saw this other recipe that used dates - almost the same technique - but the result was bars - I really need to give these a try - thanks for sharing Marissa!!

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 22, 2015 at 10:04 pm

        I think that dates would work here too, maybe even dried figs? You just need something sticky and sweet! 🙂

        Reply
    16. Suzanna says

      January 22, 2015 at 10:07 am

      Well these look delicious and right up my alley...

      Reply
      • Marissa says

        January 22, 2015 at 10:02 pm

        Thanks Suzanna! xo

        Reply

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