Heavenly Paleo Chocolate-Coconut Snowballs

Allergens

Nuts (almond)

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, and sea salt until well combined.
2. Add the melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until you have a smooth batter.
3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
4. Using your hands, roll the chilled dough into small, round snowball sized portions.
5. Roll each portion in shredded coconut until fully coated.
6. Place the snowballs on a parchment lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect snowballs is ensuring the dough is chilled enough to hold its shape during rolling and coating.

Notes

This dessert can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.