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Mango Balls

By Erin · March 19, 2022 · 15 Comments

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a bowl of mango balls covered in shredded coconut on top and a ball with a bite taken out of it on bottom

Now you can enjoy the taste of the tropics year-round with these easy Mango Balls! They’re an energy-boosting snack that take 15 minutes to make and happen to be naturally vegan, nut free, and gluten free too!

mango balls on a plate covered in shredded coconut

I don’t know about you, but adding a little mango into my healthy snacks makes them 10 times more enjoyable. It’s a sweet, juicy, and tropical fruit that will always take chia pudding and crumb bars to the next level. Dried mango can take all of the credit for making these Mango Balls so delectable!

Energy bites and protein balls, like my cashew butter protein bites, are portable and healthy snacks you can take on the go. They’re always handy to have around when you need a little boost. Instead of the typical protein powder or nut butter mixture that make up most protein ball recipes, I made these mango energy balls with a tropical mix of dried mango, coconut, dates, and vanilla.

They come together in 15 minutes using just 5 ingredients! Bring some to work with you or pack them away as your travel snack. These mango coconut bites are so convenient and portable, you’ll want to always have a stash in your purse or bag.

Recipe features

  • A sweet, refreshing, and nut free energy ball made with 5 ingredients.
  • An easy snack to have on hand when life gets busy.
  • The healthiest no bake sweet treat around!
ingredients to make mango balls like dried mango and coconut

Ingredient notes:

  • Dried mango - This mango coconut energy bites recipe gives you the chance to enjoy the sweet and amazing flavor of mangos year-round instead of only in summer. Dried mango is deliciously sweet and chewy. Some dried mango is made with added sugar so try to use a brand with only “mango” listed in the ingredients.
  • Medjool dates - Pitted dates not only help the energy balls stick together but also give them a nice, natural sweetness.
  • Coconut oil - Room temperature, solid coconut oil is best. Melted coconut oil can be used but might make the energy balls more oily.
  • Shredded coconut - This is used both in the mango ball mixture and to coat the balls. 
  • Vanilla extract - For flavor and balance.

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1: Pulse the dried mango. Break up the dried mango by pulsing it in a food processor.

Step 2: Make the energy ball mixture. Add the rest of the ingredients into the processor and pulse until everything comes together.

blended dried mango in a food processor

Step 3: Prepare the coconut coating. Pour the remaining shredded coconut onto a small plate.

Step 4: Form into balls and coat. Use your hands to roll portions of the mango mixture into balls, then roll them into the shredded coconut. Store the coconut-covered mango energy balls away for later or enjoy right away!

a bowl of mango balls covered in shredded coconut

Expert tips and FAQs

  • Give the balls a protein or nutritional boost by adding hemp seeds, protein powder, chia seeds, crushed nuts, old fashioned oats, or flaxseeds to the mixture.
  • Feel free to skip the shredded coconut coating if you aren’t a huge fan of the coconut flavor.
  • Meal prep a batch on Sunday night and enjoy the balls all week long!

Can you make mango balls with fresh mango?

No, fresh mango will make the energy ball mixture too wet. Save the fresh mango for an easy and healthy snack, or make your own dried mango at home.

Can I make my own dried mango?

Learning how to dry mango in the oven is a great way to use up leftover mangos. It’ll save you money too!

I don’t like coconut. What else can I use?

Shredded coconut can easily be replaced with another add-in, like crushed nuts, seeds, or oats. You definitely need some healthy fats in the balls because it will help emulsify the mixture and bring all of the ingredients together. If you can’t do coconut oil, replace it with extra virgin olive oil or a few extra dates instead.

Storage

Refrigerator: Store the mango balls in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Freezer: Separate the mango balls with parchment paper in a freezer-safe ziplock bag or sealed container so they don’t stick together. They freeze well for up to 3 months.

a no bake ball with a bite taken out of it

More easy and healthy snacks

  • Healthy Peanut Butter Balls
  • Almond Butter Protein Bars
  • Sweet Potato Hummus

If you made this recipe, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below. Thanks!

mango balls on a plate covered in shredded coconut

Mango Balls

Now you can enjoy the taste of the tropics year-round with these easy Mango Balls! They’re an energy-boosting snack that take 15 minutes to make and happen to be naturally vegan, nut free, and gluten free too!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 16 balls
Author: Erin

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. dried mango torn into bite-size pieces
  • 5 medjool dates pitted
  • 2 tablespoon coconut oil room temperature (see notes)
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut divided

Instructions

  • Add the mango to your food processor and pulse for 10 seconds.
  • Then, add the dates, coconut oil, 2 tablespoons shredded coconut, and vanilla and pulse until the mixture comes together, 30-60 seconds.
  • Pour the remaining shredded coconut onto a plate.
  • Use your hands to roll the mixture into balls, then roll the balls into the shredded coconut. Place the balls in a sealed container and store them at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are for 1 mango ball and are an estimation
*The amount of bites you have in the end will vary depending on their size. It could range anywhere from 12-20.
*Ideally, you want the coconut oil to be at room temperature (slightly softened, similar to softened butter). However, if you're making these on a very hot day, the oil will probably be melted already, and that's ok! The final result will just be a little more oil-y in texture but will still taste exactly the same. 

Nutrition

Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 68mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 2238IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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UPDATE NOTE: This post was originally published in March 2019. It wad updated with new text and photos in March 2022.

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Erin is the recipe developer, writer and photographer behind the healthy food blog, The Almond Eater. She's been blogging since 2014 and loves to create food for many different diets, including vegan, gluten free and/or Whole30 recipes.

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Comments

  1. Sabrina says

    January 30, 2021 at 9:48 pm

    wow, I'm an amateur snack maker so I usually just default to store bought junk, so I really appreciate this recipe!

    Reply
  2. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

    June 12, 2015 at 5:22 pm

    Well I'm allergic to peanuts, but I -think- I'm okay with all the other nuts. You'll never hear me complaining about anything that involves mango and coconut, though! Love that combo.

    Reply
  3. Jess @hellotofit says

    June 11, 2015 at 9:28 pm

    Ahh these look so tasty! I love mangos in anything.

    Reply
  4. Whitney says

    June 11, 2015 at 5:39 pm

    5 stars
    How convenient that I just bought dried mango the other day 🙂

    Reply
    • Erin says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:22 pm

      That IS convenient 🙂 Let me know if you give these a try!

      Reply
  5. Carleigh says

    June 11, 2015 at 4:55 pm

    5 stars
    I wish I was allergic to cable telivision. #bachelor #bachelorette #addicted #noshame #okayalittleshame

    Reply
    • Erin says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:22 pm

      HAHA stop. I kind of wish I was too.

      Reply
  6. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    June 11, 2015 at 1:44 pm

    omg. Me and Niki go through dried mango like....dried mango should be aka NOT LONG LSTING.

    Maybe we need to ball/bite it up. Hope you're day is better today- Heck, it is. I'm waving at you.

    Reply
    • Erin says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      Ha, thanks friend! And you and Niki need to get your ish together mmmmmk?

      Reply
  7. Dani @ DaniCaliforniaCooks says

    June 11, 2015 at 1:37 pm

    I'm going backpacking this weekend, so I plan to whip up a ton of balls/bites recipes!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      Ahhh bites/balls are the best for traveling. Have fun!

      Reply
  8. Bre @bumpandrunchat says

    June 11, 2015 at 8:58 am

    Since mangos grow in my back yard and are pretty much everywhere you turn in Barbados, I must give these a try. I'll have to try it with fresh mango, so will let you know how they turn out. And a nut-free option every once in awhile is great, even for us nut-crazed fans=) Thanks for sharing and I hope your day and weekend are more relaxing than yesterday.

    Reply
    • Erin says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:20 pm

      Thank you! Let me know how they turn out with fresh mangoes... I bet they would be delicious flavor-wise, I just hope they're the right consistency!

      Reply
  9. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

    June 11, 2015 at 6:52 am

    These are all sorts of yummalicious! One of my epic fails a couple Saturdays ago happened to be "mango - coconut bites" - so I am totally digging your version! In addition to being:
    "Portable
    Properly portioned
    Sweet
    Satisfying
    The ultimate guilt-free treat "
    ...these are also "pack-able + shippable" and pack-able + shippable = one happy Srilankan 🙂
    Awesome recipe, Erin!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      June 11, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      HAHA ohhhh you're good! They are shippable aren't they?! Very good point.

      Reply

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