These no-bake coconut and almond bonbons are a raw, healthier take on classic Raffaello. With just a handful of ingredients and about 10 minutes of hands-on work (plus chilling time), they come together effortlessly.
1cupcoconut flakesreal ones, not the colored flakes
15almondsraw, preferably peeled
2-3Tbsphoneyor agave
1tspvanilla extract
4Tbspcoconut flakesfor coating
Instructions
Mix the coconut oil with the coconut flakes, sweetener, and vanilla extract.
Let the mixture sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Put the 4 Tbsp of coconut flakes in a small dish.
Shape the bonbons: use about 1 tsp of the mixture per coconut ball, press one almond into the center of each, then roll them in the raw coconut flakes to coat.
Store in the fridge for later or enjoy right away.
Notes
Store the bonbons in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For a fully vegan version, swap the honey for agave or maple syrup.