Description
Delicious no-bake treats that combine the nuttiness of pistachios with the tropical flavor of coconut, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios
- 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup smooth nut butter (almond or cashew)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon or orange zest
- Pinch of flaky sea salt
- Optional coatings: cocoa powder, finely chopped pistachios, toasted coconut, powdered sugar
Instructions
- Pulse the pistachios in a food processor until sandy; scrape down the sides.
- Add the coconut, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla, and citrus zest. Pulse until the mixture holds together.
- Adjust sweetness and salt as needed; add a bit of water or nut milk if too dry.
- Chill the mixture for 15–20 minutes.
- Portion and roll into tight spheres.
- Coat each ball in your chosen toppings.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
Work with cool hands to prevent the mixture from becoming oily. These snowballs can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no-bake dessert, pistachio, coconut, easy sweets, holiday treats