Coconut Cashew Protein Bites

Creamy, naturally sweet, and packed with protein, these no-bake coconut cashew bites are made with simple whole-food ingredients for a nourishing snack or healthier dessert. Soft, satisfying, and freezer-friendly, they are perfect for meal prep, post-workout fuel, or a healthy, quick sweet bite anytime. 🥥✨

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword cashew coconut bliss balls, cashew coconut protein bites, clean eating dessert or snack, coconut cashew protein bites, healthy snack balls, no bake cashew coconut snack balls

Servings 12

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups cashews, soaked 3+ hours and drained
1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
3/4 cup desiccated coconut, plus extra for rolling
1/2 cup vanilla or unflavoured protein powder
2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-4 tablespoons milk of choice (as needed for blending)

Optional Add-Ins

White chocolate chips
Lemon zest
Hemp or chia seeds

Instructions

Add cashews to a food processor and pulse until finely crumbed. Add coconut, dates, protein powder, maple syrup, melted coconut oil and vanilla. Blend until the mixture begins to come together.
Add milk one tablespoon at a time until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
Scoop small portions and roll into 12-14 bite-sized balls (more or less).
Roll each bite in extra shredded coconut for a soft outer layer.
Place in the fridge for 20–30 minutes or freezer for 10–15 minutes until firm.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.
Enjoy chilled for the best texture.
Easy Variations
Chocolate Coconut: Add 1tablespoon cocoa powder
Lemon Coconut: Add lemon zest and use vanilla protein powder
Almond Joy Style: Mix in chopped almonds and dark chocolate chips

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