Paleo Lemon Coconut Bites
Need a treat that screams “clean eating” but still hits like dessert? Say hello to Paleo Lemon Coconut Bites, your new snack BFF.
They’re zesty, sweet, and wildly addictive—like lemon bars went on a wellness retreat and came back enlightened.
You’ll mix, roll, and chill—basically the same energy you bring to life, minus the crying in your car.
These beauties are vegan, grain-free, refined sugar-free, and made to impress your taste buds and your picky friend named Rachel.
They’re sunshine-packed bites of joy—without needing to fake-smile through a juice cleanse.
Paleo Lemon Coconut Bites
Paleo Lemon Coconut Bites are tangy, naturally sweet, and made with just a few clean, simple ingredients—no baking, no nonsense.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Combine shredded coconut and almond flour in a bowl (or food processor, if you’re feeling fancy).
- Add melted coconut oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and salt.
- Stir or pulse until the mixture sticks together like your ex and bad decisions.
- Scoop and roll into 12 bite-sized balls using your hands or a cookie scoop.
- Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes to firm up (the bites, not your patience).
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge—if they last that long.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 110
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Iron: 4%
- Magnesium: 8%
- Zinc: 3%
- Vitamin E: 5%
Extra Notes & Flavor Tips:
- Add chia seeds for bonus fiber and to feel like a health goddess.
- Want it sweeter? Add a drizzle of maple syrup—or a drop of liquid stevia.
- Roll them in extra coconut flakes if you love texture (and drama).
- Don’t skip the lemon zest—it’s the Beyoncé of this recipe.
- Great for meal prep, post-workouts, or surviving Monday.
