Chocolate Coconut Oat Balls – A 6 ingredient healthy treat

Here is a simple recipe that has made my family so happy every morning.  The recipe only has 6 ingredients, is healthy and is a great morning supplement if your kids did not eat enough a breakfast.  They will love it and it is nutritious!

Here are the ingredients and directions:

1/2 cup coconut oil

1/2 cup cacao powder

1/4 cup maple syrup or raw honey*

1 cup coconut flakes, unsweetened**

1/4 cup rolled or quick cooking steel cut oats***

1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

 

Directions

In a medium pot, melt coconut oil on low heat.

Remove from heat and whisk in cacao powder and vanilla extract. Whisk in maple syrup or honey. Add coconut flakes and oats; stir until well combined. Place mixture in a freezer for about 10 minutes.

Line flat sheet or platter with parchment paper. Using small scoop, form and roll golf size chocolate coconut balls placing on a platter. Freeze for 30 minutes. Enjoy chilled straight from the freezer or fridge.

 

Storage Instructions: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 3 months.