Low FODMAP Chocolate Coconut Bliss Balls

Ingredients

MAKE GLUTEN FREE

Makes 16 servings balls (you can have 2 balls per serving)

BLISS BALLS

80   dried shredded coconut*
160   dried pitted dates
35   pumpkin seeds*
2   dutch cocoa powder
2   pure maple syrup*
0.5   vanilla extract

FOR SERVING

2   dried shredded coconut (finely shredded works best)*

* See the FODMAP Tips, Dairy Tips and Gluten Free Tips for the ingredient notes above the method.

Low FODMAP Chocolate Coconut Bliss Balls

Last updated Sep 25th, 2024

PREP IN 10 MIN
COOKS IN 0 seconds
SERVES 16
balls (you can have 2 balls per serving)
BY Alana Scott
DIETITIAN REVIEWED BY Geraldine Perez (APD)
FEATURED IN Baking, Dessert, Snacks, Vegetarian Options

My friends, this is one of my favourite bliss ball recipes. Coconut and chocolate are always a winning combo, and this low FODMAP chocolate coconut bliss ball recipe won’t disappoint. They're a perfect snack for those moments when you need a little pick-me-up.

Note on nutrition: The nutrition information is for 1 bliss ball.

FODMAP note: According to Monash University dried dates have a low FODMAP serving size that can be enjoyed during the first phase of the low FODMAP diet.

  • Gluten Free
  • Low FODMAP
  • Dairy Free
  • Egg Free
  • Nut Free
  • Soy Free

Ingredients

MAKE GLUTEN FREE

SERVES 16 balls (you can have 2 balls per serving)

BLISS BALLS

80   dried shredded coconut*
160   dried pitted dates
35   pumpkin seeds*
2   dutch cocoa powder
2   pure maple syrup*
0.5   vanilla extract

FOR SERVING

2   dried shredded coconut (finely shredded works best)*

* See the FODMAP Tips, Dairy Tips and Gluten Free Tips for the ingredient notes above the method.
SHOW NUTRITION

Nutrition per serve

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Calories 89
Fat 4.8g
Saturates 3.5g
Protein 1.5g
Carbs 11.4g
Sugars 9g
Fibre 2.1g
Salt 0g
Iron 0.6mg
Calcium 11.3mg
Calories 89
Fat 4.8g
Saturates 3.5g
Protein 1.5g
Carbs 11.4g
Sugars 9g
Fibre 2.1g
Salt 0g
Iron 0.6mg
Calcium 11.3mg
Calories 89
Fat 4.8g
Saturates 3.5g
Protein 1.5g
Carbs 11.4g
Sugars 9g
Fibre 2.1g
Salt 0g
Iron 0.6mg
Calcium 11.3mg
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  1. Add all the bliss ball ingredients to the food processor. Process on high speed for a couple of minutes until the ingredients are finely chopped and starting to clump together (you might need to scrape down the sides of the food processor a couple of times). The mixture should be moist and easy to press and roll into balls.
  2. Using a tablespoon measure (we used a 15ml tablespoon), scoop up the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used. We made 16 bliss balls from a batch.
  3. Next, roll the bliss balls through the remaining finely shredded coconut.
  4. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Enjoy 1 or 2 low FODMAP chocolate coconut bliss balls balls per serving.
  5. Freezing option: If you want to make a couple of batches of these, you can freeze them and store them for up to 3 months.

Buying Tips

Make sure you use pure maple syrup (low FODMAP) not maple flavoured syrup (potentially high FODMAP).

Gluten Free Tips

If you are highly sensitive to gluten, check all packaged products, processed meat (like bacon), nuts, seeds and dried fruit do not contain a warning for trace gluten. If you are just on the low FODMAP diet you do not need to worry about this.

Dairy Free Tips

There are no dairy free tips for this recipe.

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Author: Alana Scott

In 2013, Alana was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. She also suffers from coeliac disease, is allergic to nuts and is intolerant to dairy products. This means she understands how difficult it can be to cook with multiple food intolerances. Her exp... Read More

Professional Reviewer: Geraldine Perez (APD)

Geraldine Perez is an accredited practising dietitian in Australia with a special interest in IBS, gut health and food intolerance. Her daughter had food intolerance as a baby and her husband has IBS. These challenges have inspired her to keep her priv... Read More

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