Coconut Cashew Pineapple Bites
Coconut Cashew Pineapple Bites are quick, no-bake tropical snacks combining creamy cashews, sweet dried pineapple, and shredded coconut. Perfect as a mid-day boost or healthy dessert, these bites deliver a perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and tropical flavors packed with wholesome ingredients and ready in under 15 minutes.
- Author: Lucas
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 to 15 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten Free
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 3/4 cup dried pineapple, chopped into small bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- Pinch of sea salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather cashews, shredded coconut, dried pineapple, honey or maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Chop the dried pineapple into small, bite-sized pieces for even texture and mixing.
- Blend the Nuts and Pineapple: Place the cashews and chopped dried pineapple into a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but still retaining some texture, similar to coarse sand or small crumbs.
- Mix in Coconut and Sweeteners: Add shredded coconut, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt to the blended mixture. Stir thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until well combined and sticky enough to hold shape.
- Shape the Bites: Using your hands or a cookie scoop, roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls. Press firmly to help them hold together but keep them tender.
- Chill and Set: Place the shaped bites on a parchment-lined plate or tray. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up and enhance flavors before serving.
Notes
- Use raw cashews for best texture and flavor; avoid roasted or salted to control saltiness.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey or maple syrup to taste.
- If coconut oil is too liquid, chill slightly before mixing for better consistency.
- Store bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and chewy.
- Don’t over-process nuts and pineapple; leaving some texture improves the bite experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Coconut, Cashew, Pineapple, No Bake, Snack, Healthy, Vegan option, Gluten Free, Tropical