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Lemon Coconut Bliss Balls arranged close-up with a soft coconut coating under warm natural light.

Lemon Coconut Bliss Balls (Date-Sweetened)

These bright, zesty bliss balls are a naturally sweet treat made with dates, coconut, and lemon. No refined sugar and no baking required — just roll and chill.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Servings 12 balls

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 6 Medjool dates pitted
  • 1 Tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
  • shredded coconut for rolling

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a food processor. Blend until mixture forms soft crumbs that stick together when pressed.
  • Taste and adjust lemon flavor or sweetness as desired.
  • Roll into 1-inch balls and coat in shredded coconut.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer.

Notes

Sweetener: Dates (natural). Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer. Rachel’s Real-Talk: These taste like little lemon truffles; one or two after dinner feels fancy but guilt-free.
Keyword date-sweetened, energy balls, healthy treat, lemon coconut bliss balls, no refined sugar, no-bake