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Looking for a healthy and delicious snack that the entire family can enjoy? Look no further than these amazing healthy no bake coconut cups!

They are simple to make, and require no baking whatsoever. These no-bake coconut cups are perfect for clean eating and paleo lifestyle, and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without the unwanted guilt. Let’s jump in!

No-Bake Coconut Cups Recipe: A Healthy Paleo Snack

Clean Eating Simplified

Clean eating is all about choosing foods that are made with clean, wholesome, and organic ingredients. That means avoiding processed foods, foods high in sugar, and unhealthy fats. Clean eating can have a variety of benefits, including improved digestion, weight loss, and increased energy levels. And if you’re looking to reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals and toxins, clean eating is the way to go! These no-bake coconut cups are the perfect sweet treat to add to your list of clean eating options for whenever you’re in the mood for a delicious and easy to make dessert!

If there is one thing about eating healthy that I’ve learned, it is that having ready to eat snacks on hand is vital. Having healthy snacks on hand, like these no-bake coconut cups, really helps to keep you from indulging in any sugary, processed dessert options. These no-bake coconut cups are a staple in my paleo clean eating snacks. After making mine, I store them in an airtight container in the fridge for ready-to-eat health snack options I can feel good about! These paleo coconut cups are so delicious, it’s hard to eat just one. And the fact that they are made with whole, unprocessed and clean ingredients makes them all the more desirable!

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How To Make Healthy Coconut Cups (No-bake)

To get started, let’s go over the simple ingredients needed for these no-bake coconut cups. These simple ingredients are easy to find in any grocery store, making for an affordable delicious paleo snack!

Ingredients

These ingredients are broken up into two parts: ingredients for the base and ingredients for the filling. Let’s go over what you’ll need!

No Bake Coconut Cups Base:

Dates are an amazing way to sweeten up this recipe. They’re full of healthy nutrients like fiber and potassium, and they add a delicious sweetness to these no-bake coconut cups. Plus, they’re a healthy alternative to refined sugar. Simply soak 1 cup of dates in warm water for 30 minutes and drain.

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You can’t have coconut cups without the coconut! For this recipe, you will need 5 tbsp of unsweetened shredded coconut. Be sure to use unsweetened coconut, as the sweetened variety will make the recipe too sweet and add in processed sugars. This is the brand that I like. You can find it online here: shredded coconut. 

Cacao powder adds a depth of flavor that brightens up this recipe. Adding 4 tbsp of cacao powder to this healthy coconut cup recipe is a great way to enhance the flavor without overpowering it. You can find this cacao online as well, here: cacao powder. 

To give these coconut cups a boost of sweetness, add in your choice of natural liquid sweetener. I recommend ¾ cup of honey or natural maple syrup. If you are watching your sugar intake you can skip the sweetener if you like since the dates are already naturally sweet. 

Coconut Cup Filling:

The coconut in this recipe is carried throughout for a mouthful of coconut in every bite. You’ll want to add 1 + ¼ cup shredded coconut to the filling.

For a delicious boost in coconut flavor, add in 1 cup natural coconut yogurt. It’s the perfect way to elevate the flavor of your no-bake coconut cups. 

When making the coconut filling, add a natural liquid sweetener of choice to taste. Again, I recommend using 2 tbsp of honey or natural maple syrup. When opting for honey make sure to go with raw and unfiltered. If you can get local honey that would also work well. This is my ‘go-to’ honey and can be found online here: Raw Honey. 

In order to achieve consistent flavor, you will need to use 2 tbsp of melted coconut oil for the filling. This will ensure that your filling is properly flavored and will not be lacking in any way. Coconut oil is an amazing healthy fat and it helps to increase HDL (good cholesterol).

Directions

1. Place all the ingredients for the base in a medium bowl and use a hand blender pulse until well combined. The result should be a sticky paste. Set aside.
2. Set all the ingredients for the filling in another bowl and stir with a spoon to combine.
3. Take a muffin pan, the best choice is using a silicone one because it’s much easier to remove them. But if not, a good choice is using a regular muffin pan with muffin liners.
4. Put 2 spoons of the base batter in each muffin mold, using a spoon, press until all the surface is well covered and level.
5. Then complete the rest of the space with the coconut filling. 
6. Refrigerate for 2+ hours for the coconut cups to harden and take shape. 
7. Garnish with flakes of coconut, fruits, peanut butter or jam (Optional). I am using a few fresh raspberries today with my coconut cup recipe.

FAQs

How many servings does this no-bake coconut recipe make?

This no-bake coconut recipe makes 6 regular muffin-sized servings. Great for sharing with the family or meal prep. If you prefer smaller portions you can always use a mini muffin tin and make many more then 6. 

What is the best way to store these healthy coconut cups?

You will want to store these cups in an airtight container in the fridge if eating within 3 days after making. For longer preservation, store in an airtight container and place in your freezer for up to 4 months.

Are these no-bake coconut cups vegan?

Yes! These no-bake coconut cups qualify as a vegan, vegetarian and paleo snack if you use maple syrup. If you are using honey then no, they are not vegan, but they are still a delicious healthy paleo snack.

There’s nothing better than guilt-free, sweet treats and these no-bake coconut cups do not disappoint! These no-bake coconut cups are the perfect clean eating snack. Made with wholesome, natural ingredients, they are sweet, tasty and free of processed sugars! Best of all, they are super simple to make. Just mix the ingredients together, spoon into muffin liners and refrigerate. That’s it! No baking required. So if you’re looking for a healthy, delicious snack that’s easy to make, these no-bake coconut cups are perfect for you!

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