Vegan Coconut Truffles – Paleo Chocolate Coconut Balls! This gluten free dairy-free truffles recipe is easy, made with 4 ingredients! It’s the best paleo coconut balls – dipped in chocolate, healthy, whole ingredients. Refined Sugar-Free.
Paleo Coconut Balls!! Yep, just thought I’d scream that at you. For no reason at all. Lol. It’s just… that pretty much sums up my mom’s reaction every time she sees a Beaming Baker treat with, you guessed it: coconut in it. I mean, she goes coconut balls out for that kind of thing. (I could not help myself.)
Coconut balls to the walls? 😉 Okay, I’ll stop now.
Vegan Coconut Truffles – Paleo Coconut Balls
Back on point, if there were some kind of official-official post/representative position for Biggest Coconut Lover Ambassador in the World or something, my mom would be first in line—she inspired these delicious paleo chocolate coconut bars. .
Did I ever tell you, the first time I foolishly took out a jar of coconut oil in front of my mom (in the midst of paleo baking, of course), she was like, WHAT IS THAT? Can I taste it? Smells like coconut!!! Gimmeeeeeeeee!!!
Naturally, she tasted it, prematurely claimed it was amazing, then spat it out like I had cursed her and asked WHY it wasn’t sweet like coconuts. Or tasty like her favorite paleo coconut macaroons.
Aw, mommy… can’t live without her. 😉
Today, I’m dedicating this vegan coconut truffles recipe to my paleo coconut balls-crazy momma. Upon ever-so-carefully taste-testing this recipe, she claimed it was the BEST gluten free dairy free truffles she’d ever had. And, I mean, the woman’s clearly got good taste.
Check out the rest of my recipe post for substitutions notes, storing instructions and more for these paleo vegan coconut truffles! Enjoy.
Vegan Coconut Truffles – My Fave Gluten Free Dairy Free Truffles!
These paleo vegan coconut truffles are my favorite easy recipe to make as a gift (for others or… myself hehe). They’re made with simple, whole and healthy ingredients, fairly quick to make, and a favorite amongst gluten free dairy free truffles lovers. Another vegan paleo coconut fave: these chewy paleo coconut cookies!
How to Make Paleo Coconut Balls (Vegan, Dairy Free)
To make these paleo coconut balls… toss coconut flakes, coconut oil and maple syrup into a food processor. Blend until sticky and well-mixed. Scoop and drop tightly-packed balls of coconut mixture onto a prepared baking sheet. Chill in the freezer for about 15 minutes. Dip and drizzle vegan coconut truffles in melted paleo vegan chocolate. Allow chocolate to set and enjoy! Also.. try this yummy paleo chocolate truffles recipe. Or these these paleo chocolate coconut bars.
How to Store Vegan Coconut Truffles (Dairy-Free, GF)
Store your gluten free dairy-free coconut truffles in an airtight container at room temperature, out of direct sunlight for up to 2 weeks. To freeze, store in a freezer-friendly container for up to 1 month—just remember to thaw the paleo coconut balls before enjoying. Also try my Paleo Almond Joy, it’s incredible!
Substitution Notes for Vegan Paleo Chocolate Coconut Balls
- Coconut Oil: Unfortunately, I haven’t yet found a suitable substitute for coconut oil for the vegan coconut truffles mixture in this recipe. However, you can leave out the coconut oil in the chocolate dip and drizzle.
- Maple Syrup: try brown rice syrup, agave or honey (if not vegan).
- Vegan Chocolate Chips: sub with chopped paleo chocolate or even vegan white chocolate.
- Note: Remember that the more changes that you make to the vegan coconut truffles recipe, the less likely you’ll get ideal results. Test out different subs and see what works for you. 😉
You think my mom is the BEST. Amiright?!? 😉 Well, moms in general are the friggin’ best because: EVERYTHING. How ‘bout I grab my mom, all the best gluten free coconut balls ingredients and meet ya in the kitchen? It’s so wonderful to make these recipes from the heart with you. I’m always grateful. I can’t wait to hear what you think! In the mean time…
Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
☀︎ Click below to Pin ☀︎
. Did you make this recipe? Take a pic and share it on Instagram with the hashtag #beamingbaker and tag @beamingbaker. I would love to see it! .︎
More Paleo Vegan Coconut Recipes (Dairy Free, Gluten Free)
- Ultimate Chewy Paleo Coconut Cookies (Dairy-Free, Vegan, GF)
- Paleo Apple Crisp with coconut (Vegan, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free)
- Ultimate Fudgy Paleo Vegan Brownies with coconut oil
- Coconut Chocolate Chip Vegan Ice Cream (Paleo, GF)
Paleo Vegan Chocolate Coconut Truffles (Gluten Free, Vegan, Paleo, Dairy-Free)
- Yield: 12-18 truffles 1x
Print Recipe
Pin RecipeDescription
Vegan Coconut Truffles – Paleo Chocolate Coconut Balls! This gluten free dairy-free truffles recipe is easy! It’s the best 4-ingredient paleo coconut balls – dipped in chocolate, healthy.
Ingredients
Coconut Balls
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut, shreds or flakes
- ¼ cup coconut oil, solid or melted
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
Chocolate Dip Layer
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons vegan chocolate chips or chopped paleo vegan chocolate
- ½ teaspoon coconut oil
Chocolate Drizzle
- 2 tablespoons vegan chocolate chips or chopped paleo vegan chocolate
- ¼ teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside for later.
- Make the coconut balls: Add coconut, coconut oil and maple syrup to a blender or food processor. Blend until you get a wet and sticky mixture, with smaller, but still noticeable coconut pieces.
- Using a small cookie scoop, scoop very tightly-packed balls of coconut mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart. If needed, gently press and shape loose bits of mixture into a firm ball. Repeat until no mixture remains.
- Freeze for 15-20 minutes. About 5 minutes before the balls are done freezing, it’s time to prepare the chocolate dip layer.
- Make the Chocolate Dip Layer: Use the double boiler method, or the following. In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, add the Chocolate Dip Layer ingredients: add ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons chocolate chips and ½ teaspoon coconut oil. Heat in 20-second increments until just slightly softened and melted. Stir in between heating, until smooth.
- Remove coconut balls from the freezer. Dip the bottom of one ball into the bowl of melted chocolate, using the side of the bowl to scrape off excess. Lay back onto the baking sheet. Repeat until all coconut balls have been coated.
- Make the chocolate drizzle: add Chocolate Drizzle ingredients to the bowl of leftover melted chocolate. Heat in the microwave in 20-second increments until just softened. Stir until smooth.
- Using a rubber spatula, scrape melted chocolate into a zip bag, then trim a tiny corner off. Holding the bag over a coconut ball, pipe the chocolate in a zigzag pattern. Repeat for all balls.
- Place baking sheet into the freezer for 10-15 minutes. Thaw for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
If you love these easy coconut truffles, you must try my Paleo Almond Joy or my Paleo Vegan Coconut Macaroons.
Notes
– Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week. Or, store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
– If freezing, store in an airtight, freezer-friendly container for up to 1 month. Allow to thaw for 15 minutes before enjoying.
– Nutrition Info is an estimation based on 15 total truffles made for this recipe.
- Category: Candy, Dessert, Paleo, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 1g
© beamingbaker.com. All content and images are protected by copyright. Please do not use my images or recipe without my permission. Please do not republish this recipe, instead, include a link to this post for the recipe.
Tools to Make Vegan Coconut Truffles (Vegan) – Gluten Free Coconut Balls!
Click the links below to check out my favorite tools & ingredients used to make this paleo vegan coconut truffles recipe.
- Paleo Vegan Chocolate – SUCH an amazing chocolate! Bar none. Hehe. 😉 It’s made with coconut sugar, paleo, dairy-free, vegan, and gluten-free. Woohoo!
- Vegan Chocolate Chips – a super popular, allergy-friendly brand of vegan chocolate chips.
- Small Cookie Scoop – Great for tightly-packed paleo coconut balls!
- Coconut Oil – the paleo vegan baker’s (and candy-maker’s) essential.
This post may contain affiliate links, which allow me to make a small commission for my referral, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Beaming Baker.
Facebook ☀︎ Pinterest ☀︎ Twitter ☀︎ Instagram
Lisa says
December 25, 2018 at 11:46 amThese were delicious! I used date syrup which made my truffles have a pinkish tint. This reminds me of a mounds candy bar, just healthier!
★★★★★
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
December 26, 2018 at 2:50 pmWoohoo!! I’m so happy to hear that you loved it, Lisa! Date syrup sounds amazing in this!
Judy says
May 18, 2018 at 10:03 pmI love the Mounds candy bar, so I had to try making these! I thought the taste was good, but I had to make adjustments after the first batch turned flat as a pancake. I think the amount of solid coconut oil was too much. On the second batch, I used 2 Tbs. instead, added a little more almond flour, and baked @325 degrees and they looked a lot better. Still not as much of a mound as your picture shows. They were easy to make and not much of a mess was left to clean up. That was a plus!
★★★★
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
May 21, 2018 at 2:19 pmHi Judy! Could your comment be for my paleo coconut macaroons? If so, did you use large flaked coconut or small flaked coconut (about the size of a grain of rice)? Using large flakes will result in flat cookies. Glad you enjoyed them!
Teaparty Giver says
November 6, 2017 at 8:06 pmThey were an absolute hit at my annual tea. Everyone loved them!
★★★★★
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 9, 2017 at 7:23 amFantastic! I’m so pleased that everyone loved them! 🙂
penny myers says
June 8, 2017 at 12:00 pmMy sister and I really want to make these. We are both on strict diet due to health issues and need to know the nutritional information on these truffles please. Thank you.
Penny
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
June 9, 2017 at 7:54 amHi Penny! I just calculated the nutritional info for these truffles.:) You can find it at the bottom of the recipe. I hope you and your sister get to enjoy these. Can’t wait to hear what you both think! xo
Penny says
June 9, 2017 at 8:59 amAmazing. Thank you so much for a quick response. I’m planing on making them this weekend. Have a blessed day.
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
June 12, 2017 at 8:46 amMy pleasure! Have a blessed day. 🙂 P.S. Can’t wait to hear what you think!
June Ary says
May 30, 2017 at 12:23 amIs there a different sugar to use to make it sugar free? Xylitol? Erythritol? Stevia?
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
May 30, 2017 at 11:09 amHi June, I’m not sure… Since it’s just 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, perhaps you can try using your favorite sugar free syrup? If not, I did a quick calculation and the 2 tablespoons account for 2 grams of sugar in each truffle (if you make 15 total truffles). Hope this helps! 🙂
Terry says
March 4, 2017 at 2:59 pmOMG!!! My nieces and I just made these. …..
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
March 6, 2017 at 3:22 pmOh yeah!! 🙂 🙂 What a fun activity to do together! Terry, I’m so happy that you enjoyed them.. .
Eva says
March 3, 2017 at 4:47 pmI made these today, total hit! Soooo yam, Thanks for sharing the recipe.
PS. Even my picky boyfriend liked them!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
March 6, 2017 at 3:18 pmThat’s awesome, Eva! I’m so happy that you and your picky bf liked this! Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know. 🙂
Sarah says
February 5, 2017 at 2:24 pmJust wondering if you’ve tried to bake these just for a little bit to give the coconut a toasted flavor??
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
February 5, 2017 at 7:57 pmI actually haven’t! If you mean toasting the coconut before making the truffles, that’s an interesting and totally tasty idea. If you mean toasting the truffles before dipping them, I’m not sure that would work out. I’m afraid the amount of coconut oil in the truffles would cause them to melt. Either way, Sarah, I’d be excited to hear how yours turn out! 🙂
Spirited Morgan @ Spirited and Then Some says
December 7, 2016 at 5:25 pmI’m addicted to these just looking at them! And they’re paleo! So they will be happening. Also, your family is hilarious. 🙂
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
December 8, 2016 at 3:01 pmHaha. That’s how you know it’s good! 😉 Thanks so much, Morgan! I hope you just love these. 🙂
Sabrina Zaragoza says
November 27, 2016 at 11:36 pmSo yummy, It’ll be a perfect dessert for my tea break in the afternoon. Thanks so much for this recipe!
Laura says
November 27, 2016 at 3:21 pmI like the look of these truffles. It´s amazing that it has only 4 ingredients.
Stephanie | The Foodie and The Fix says
November 22, 2016 at 2:34 pmOhmagoodness, your mom is such a hoot! And I think Jenny better move on over ’cause these truffles are definitely putting you at the top of the kid food chain <– Ok, well you know what I mean! You know how I love chocolate and coconut and these would make such a gorgeous addition to a cookie/candy tray. Loving it!! I hope you guys have a great Thanksgiving, D! XO
★★★★★
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 25, 2016 at 2:10 pmShe’ll be so happy to hear that, Steph! 😉 Lolol. Kid food chain?? Hope you had an awesome Thanksgiving too, Steph! XOXO
Joyce @ The Hungry Caterpillar says
November 22, 2016 at 12:45 pmTwo things. 1: I have never made homemade candy before, but I am totally willing, as long as it doesn’t involve using a candy thermometer and 2: your story about “free” coconuts in Hawaii is hilarious. I was hearing on NPR the other day about communities where people basically make this concept official–basically all of the public space is a garden and anyone can come take produce if they want to. How cool is that?! Then your mom could have her coconut and not have to feel worried about the ethical implications. 😉
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 22, 2016 at 2:16 pm1: Haha. Yep, candy making can be a pain if there are too many tools involved. 😉 2: Aw, thanks so much, Joyce! 🙂 Oh gosh, my mom would love those communities! Do you think they’re taking any new citizens? Haha. Thanks for sharing that!
Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction says
November 22, 2016 at 12:02 pmYou just can’t beat the flavour combination of chocolate and coconut, they just go so well together! These truffles sound and look absolutely mouthwatering, I just wanna whip up a batch right now! 🙂
★★★★★
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 22, 2016 at 2:14 pmYou really can’t! If I could, I’d dedicate an entire blog to this flavor combo… Haha. I hope you do! Thanks so much, Marsha! 🙂
Jessica @ Citrus Blossom Bliss says
November 22, 2016 at 11:06 amYour mom sounds like a real hoot. I bet she and I would be great friends 🙂 I love the coconut story, too. My sisters and I once cheerleader-lifted my sister Kim’s boyfriend so he could grab a “free” coconut while we were in Florida. It almost hit us all on the head, so I suppose that was karma’s best attempt at telling us those “free” coconuts are not to be messed with.
P.S. these truffles look so delicious and I love how simple they are to make! What could be better?!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 22, 2016 at 2:09 pmShe definitely add much-appreciated humor to our family. 🙂 You two would totally get along! Woah… that must’ve been quite the sight! Haha. I’m glad you guys didn’t get hit! Oh, karma… Lol. Thanks so much, Jessica! 🙂
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says
November 21, 2016 at 3:46 pmOh how I love it when you go all dialogue and detailed story-telling on us. Hehe this is such a cute one. If only you could scale palm trees with your bare hands, then you would for sure be favorite daughter. But I don’t know, dedicating a whole delicious post to your dear mama gives Jenny some tough competition I’d say. I’ve seen those coconut climbing people, it’s crazy cool how easy they make it look! “Beaming Candymaker”–I think you should just switch URLs for the month of December because you have some mad candy-making chocolate-coating skills…plus it just has a lovely ring to it and wouldn’t be at all difficult/confusing to do ha! These look totally scrumdiliumptious, it has been much too long since my last batch of homemade truffles. So I’m going to go take a nap now, and when I wake up I expected to be covered in Chocolate Coconut Truffles, kay.?
lucy says
November 21, 2016 at 12:49 pmHi Demeter,
Your sister Jenny sounds like such a great daughter. That was so sweet of her to collect those coconuts for your mom! Your mom must have been so happy!
These truffles look incredible! What a fantastic idea for holiday treats. And wow, are those people lucky who will receive some of your quadruple batches of these chocolate coconut bombs of deliciousness! How do I sign myself up for treats from Beaming Baker? 🙂
★★★★★
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 21, 2016 at 3:32 pmHi Lucy! She truly is. 🙂 I am very, very lucky to have such an incredible person in my life. <3 My mom was over the moon! 😉 Or... over the coconut? 😉 Haha, yep quadruple batches! Come on over, I've got a big batch ready for ya! 😉
Stephanie says
November 21, 2016 at 12:32 pmThese look so yummy and would be great for the holiday. I love coconut and chocolate and these look really easy to make. Thanks for sharing and hope you have a great Thanksgiving 🙂
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 21, 2016 at 3:30 pmYay! Yep, I’m hoping people who can’t enjoy all of the usual treats can indulge a bit in these truffles during the holidays. 🙂 Thanks so much. Happy Thanksgiving, Stephanie! 🙂
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
November 21, 2016 at 11:29 amHaha, Demeter free coconuts are always better than regular coconuts! Your mom is such a hoot! My mom used to do that with flowers – and I mean do – not try to, or talk us into doing it. We’d be walking by a patch of daisies or roses and before you knew it – one or 5 would be in my mom’s hands!
Back to these paleo truffles, I bet your mom will crown you her fav daughter when you present her with these! These sound wonderful! I love healthier options for holiday noshing and these I so gotta make and NOT share! 😉
You know, I never realized the rep fruit cake had till I came here to the US as my folks used to make a Sri Lankan fruit cake that was laced with brandy and was so darn tasty! Oh and I thought I’d share this with you seeing we are on the subject of fruitcake and all https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Kmim63E5ac
xo
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 21, 2016 at 3:30 pmYes! They are! Hahaha. I LOVE that your mom does this with flowers! Okay, now I know that our families are crazy similar! 😉 Yep, it’s totally been one of my biggest goals to create healthier holiday treats like this–most especially if my mom can enjoy them. <3 Fruitcake: Oh my on that video!! Lolol. Thank you for sharing, my dear. Big hugs to ya! 😉
Natalie | Natalie's Food & Health says
November 21, 2016 at 10:11 amI’m crazy about coconut!!! Like super CRAZY! And these coconut truffles… I mean just look at them… white fragrant bliss balls dipped in chocolate heaven. And these are super healthy! YES they are! Don’t you just love treats like this?! 🙂
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 21, 2016 at 3:22 pmHaha. ME TOO! And so is my mom and Erik! We should really start a group for coconut lovers or something… 😉 I certainly do! Thanks so much, Natalie! 🙂
Natalie | Natalie's Food & Health says
November 22, 2016 at 4:05 am😀 :*
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
November 21, 2016 at 8:32 amSo good! Like a coconut macaroon which I LOVEEE!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 21, 2016 at 3:21 pmYep! Speaking of which, I’ve GOT to start working on a macaroon recipe! Hehe. My mom would just love that! Thanks Rebecca!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
November 21, 2016 at 8:27 amI bet your mom is in love with these paleo truffles, Demeter! They’re just GORGEOUS! And what a wonderful holiday treat, too. I can only imagine receiving a tin of these for Christmas…wowsers! And that’s so funny about the coconut trees, or should I say palm trees? 🙂 Our neighbor has an apple tree and my husband and I always talk about picking a few, which we might, next year. Seeing as we just moved in not too long ago, we don’t want to make ourselves known as the bad guys haha. Pinning these beauties, of course! Hope you have a wonderful week!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 21, 2016 at 3:17 pmI’m totally making them for her this Christmas! 🙂 Thank you so much, my friend. 🙂 As for that apple tree–Lololol. Maybe if you ask, you can have a few? 😉 Goodness knows they can’t eat them all! Thank you for the kind words and fun convo! Have a great week too! xo