Apricot Bliss Balls

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Delicious apricot bliss balls bursting with lemon, ginger, and coconut flavours. Made from just 8 ingredients, these energy balls are ideal for a pre-workout boost or a healthy kids snack!

I cannot get enough of apricot protein balls! An easy no-bake recipe, perfect for making ahead and storing in the fridge for convenient snacking. They are sweet, tangy, and chewy, they require only a few simple supermarket ingredients.

Dried apricots are blended with cashews, coconut, lemon for tang, ginger for a little spice, and vanilla protein to make them a healthy pick-me-up treat. Everything is blitzed in the food processor then rolled and ready to enjoy! You can easily make them nut-free so they are lunchbox-friendly and perfect to keep a batch in the freezer, which is always a winner!

Ingredients you’ll need

You only need 8 key ingredients to make these healthy apricot bliss balls.

Dried apricots: For soft, sweet bliss balls, opt for fresher, plumper dried apricots. If they seem too dry, soak them in hot water for 5 minutes before use, ensuring to drain the water first.
Lemon: You'll need both the zest and juice of an average-sized lemon for this recipe.
Cashews: These provide a good source of protein and healthy fats, giving the balls a creamy texture. Almonds or seeds can be substituted if desired.
Desiccated coconut: Used in the bliss balls and for rolling and sealing them. Opt for unsweetened desiccated coconut, also known as fine shredded coconut.
Ginger: Fresh or ground ginger offers a lovely subtle spice.
Protein powder: A scoop of good-quality vanilla whey or vanilla pea protein powder complements the other flavours perfectly.
Maple syrup: A touch helps bind the balls and adds sweetness. Honey or aoother liquid sweetener could be substituted.
Chia seeds: add these in for extra nutrients for the bites!

The complete list of ingredients and amounts is located on the recipe card below.

How to make apricot bliss balls

In 3 easy steps, you’ll have delicious protein balls in no time.

Blend: Combine dried apricots, cashews, coconut, protein powder, chia seeds, grated ginger, maple syrup, lemon juice, and zest in a food processor. Blend until smooth with a slightly grainy texture. If the mixture is too dry, add a little water and blend again.

Scoop: Use a cookie scoop to portion out the mixture, then roll it into balls using your hands.

Roll: Coat the balls by tossing them in a bowl with extra desiccated coconut. Enjoy immediately or store for later.

Ingredient swaps and substitutions

Nut-free: Substitute cashews with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
Dairy-free + vegan: Use a plant-based protein powder instead.
Chia seeds: Replace with hemp seeds or flax seeds.
No lemon zest or juice? Try swapping with orange juice and zest instead.

Add-Ons

Boost your apricot balls with crunch! Add ¼ cup of any of these ingredients to the final batter:

Chopped almonds
White chocolate chips
Crushed peanuts
Rolled oats

How to store

Fridge: Store the apricot bliss balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.
Freezer: Add the balls to a freezer-safe bag or airtight container and store them for up to 3 months. Make sure to thaw the balls for a few minutes before you enjoy them (or else they will be too hard to bite into)!

Recipe FAQ

Why are my bliss balls not sticking together?

If your bliss balls aren't sticking together, it's likely due to an imbalance of dry and wet ingredients. Add a bit more maple syrup and water to the mixture until you can easily form a ball. Conversely, if the mixture is too wet, add more protein powder or coconut until the texture is right.

Do energy balls need to be refrigerated?

Yes, it's best to refrigerate them. While they can be kept out of the fridge for a few hours for on-the-go snacking, storing them in the fridge at home will keep them firm and fresh.

I want to make more than this recipe makes?

You can easily double or triple the recipe to have extra batches on hand. They freeze well too!

side shots of apricot bliss balls in a bowl.

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