Indulge in a tropical-inspired treat with these Coconut-Banana Bites, a no-bake delight that’s as wholesome as it is delicious! Bursting with the natural sweetness of Medjool dates and mashed banana, these bites are enveloped in the rich, nutty flavor of unsweetened coconut flakes and a hint of warm cinnamon. Enhanced with collagen peptides for a protein boost and drizzled with creamy coconut butter, this recipe offers a perfect balance of nutrition and indulgence. Ideal for a quick snack, post-workout fuel, or a guilt-free dessert, these bites draw on wholesome, plant-based ingredients with a modern health-conscious twist, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories | 330 |
| Total Fat | 23g |
| Saturated Fat | 20.95g |
| Trans Fat | ND |
| Sodium | 112.5mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7g |
| Total Sugars | 12.8g |
| Protein | 9g |
| Oxalate | 5.2mg |
| Salicylate | 0.67mg |
Compatible Diets
This recipe is compatible the following diets:
- AIP
- Dairy-free
- GAPS
- Goitrogen intolerance
- Low-oxalate
Health Benefits
This sweet treat isn’t empty carbs! It features some powerful yet delicious ingredients that can be quite beneficial.
- Antioxidants: reduces damage to cells from oxidative stress, supports immune function, and better heart and skin health.
- Collagen: supports joint and skin health
- Fiber: promotes digestive health and regulates blood sugar.
- Potassium: regulates blood pressure, improves muscle contractions, and reduces the risk of stroke.
Contains ingredients with these beneficial nutrients: angiogenic, antiangiogenic, and stem cell boosting.
Full Recipe
Coconut-Banana Bites
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kcal1
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minutesIndulge in a tropical-inspired treat with these Coconut-Banana Bites, a no-bake delight that’s as wholesome as it is delicious! Bursting with the natural sweetness of Medjool dates and mashed banana, these bites are enveloped in the rich, nutty flavor of unsweetened coconut flakes and a hint of warm cinnamon. Enhanced with collagen peptides for a protein boost and drizzled with creamy coconut butter, this recipe offers a perfect balance of nutrition and indulgence. Ideal for a quick snack, post-workout fuel, or a guilt-free dessert, these bites draw on wholesome, plant-based ingredients with a modern health-conscious twist, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
- ORGANIZE INGREDIENTS
2 c. coconut flakes, unsweetened
1 c. dates, medjool, pitted, chopped
1/4 c. banana, peeled, mashed
1/4 c. coconut flour
1/2 c. collagen peptide powder
1 t. vanilla bean powder*
1/2 t. cinnamon, ground
1/4 t. salt
1/3 c. coconut butter, to drizzle
Directions
- TOAST COCONUT & PROCESS DOUGH
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a cookie sheet with quilon-silicone-free parchment paper.
- Toast coconut in oven until light golden brown, 6 min. Let cool slightly.
- Process toasted coconut in a food processor until a finely ground, mealy texture.
- Pit dates and pulse into coconut until thoroughly chopped and paste-like.
- Pulse in banana, coconut flour, collagen, vanilla powder, cinnamon & salt until a dough has formed; if dough is too wet, pulse in 1 T. coconut flour.
- FORM, DRIZZLE & SET
- Scoop dough onto lined cookie sheet with a cookie scoop and freeze to set for 10 min.
- Meanwhile, melt coconut butter.
- Drizzle bites with melted coconut butter and freeze until completely set, about 20 min. Refrigerate in an airtight container.
Tips & Tricks
- Skip toasting coconut and melt coconut butter in a hot water bath for a completely raw recipe.
- Vanilla Powder Substitute: Vanilla powder is a low-histamine alternative for vanilla extract, if histamine isn’t a problem you can substitute vanilla extract.
- Our Valued Vender for coconut products is Tropical Traditions.
