Description
Tropical mango and coconut bliss balls made with wholesome ingredients like chia, hemp seeds, and cardamom. These no-bake, naturally sweet treats are perfect for healthy snacking or light desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mango, cut into cubes
- 1 cup desiccated coconut (plus extra for rolling)
- 2 teaspoons white chia seeds
- 2 teaspoons hemp seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed cardamom
- 1/4 cup chopped dried nuts or seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Add the cubed mango to a blender or food processor and purée until smooth.
- Transfer the purée to a pan over medium heat and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it begins to bubble.
- Add desiccated coconut, chia seeds, hemp seeds, cardamom, optional chopped nuts or seeds, and sweetener (if using). Mix well.
- Reduce heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens into a dough-like consistency, stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Once cool enough to handle, scoop and roll into small balls using your hands.
- Roll each ball in extra desiccated coconut to coat.
- Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
- Use ripe mango for best sweetness and consistency.
- If the mixture is too soft, cook longer or add more coconut.
- Chill the balls before serving for firmer texture.
- Swap cardamom with cinnamon for a different flavor profile.
- Freeze extras for long-term storage — just thaw before eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
