Nut-Free Cacao and Coconut Bliss Balls: The Perfect Healthy Snack

If you’ve ever stood in the kitchen at 8am wondering what on earth to pack in your child’s lunchbox that’s healthy, nut-free, and actually gets eaten—breathe easy. We’ve got just the thing. These Nut-Free Cacao & Coconut Bliss Balls are every parent's snack-time saviour, and they tuck oh-so-perfectly into the Ecococoon Bento Lunch Box.

Not only are they allergy-friendly and naturally sweet, but they’re also quick to whip up and designed to slot snugly into the bento compartments—no squishing, no sogginess, just bliss (balls).

🌱 Ingredients You’ll Need

You likely have most of these pantry staples on hand already:

• 1 cup (90g) rolled oats

• 2 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa powder)

• 12 pitted fresh dates

• 1 cup (80g) desiccated coconut

• 2 tbsp maple syrup

• 2 tbsp extra desiccated coconut (for coating)

🥣 Let’s Make Bliss (Balls)

Step 1: Blend It All Together

In a food processor, toss in the rolled oats, cacao powder, dates, coconut, and maple syrup. Blitz until the mixture is combined and smooth-ish—you’re after a sticky dough-like texture.

Step 2: Roll and Coat

Scoop out 2-tablespoon portions and roll them into balls. Roll each one in the extra desiccated coconut to give it that satisfying, snowy coating.

Step 3: Chill and Store

Line a tray, place your bliss balls on it, and pop them in the fridge for about an hour. Once they’re set, transfer to an airtight container and keep chilled for up to 2 weeks (or freeze for up to 3 months!).

🧡 Why These Bliss Balls Are a Bento 5 Favourite

✔️ Allergy-Friendly

No nuts. No worries. Whether your child’s school is nut-free or you’re navigating allergies at home, these bites tick the box—without sacrificing flavour.

✔️ Kid-Approved Taste

They’re naturally sweet, chocolatey, and chewy—like a treat, but sneakily healthy. Your little ones will think they’ve hit the jackpot.

✔️ Fits Perfectly in the Ecococoon Bento 5

Our Bento 5 stainless steel lunch box has five leak-proof compartments, and these bliss balls fit like a charm. You can keep them separate from fruits, dips, and crunchy snacks without anything going soggy. Plus, the seal ensures no sneaky leaks or mingling flavours.

✔️ Easy to Clean

Less mess means less stress. Pack these up, send them off, and after the school day, just toss your Bento 5 in the dishwasher—easy peasy.

💡 Tips for Bliss Ball Success

• Too Dry? Add a splash of water or a touch more syrup.

• Too Wet? Sprinkle in extra oats or coconut.

• Customise It: Add dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, or even a pinch of cinnamon for variety.

• Freeze Ahead: Batch a load and freeze them for those ‘what-do-I-pack’ mornings.

✨ Packed With Goodness

Let’s take a quick peek at why these are more than just tasty:

Not only are they lunchbox-friendly, but they’re also parent-approved for after-school hunger pangs, post-sport pick-me-ups, and even as a little something with your coffee.

👪 Family-Friendly and Planet-Friendly

At Ecococoon, we believe healthy eating should be easy, fun, and sustainable. That’s why our Bento 5 isn’t just another lunch box—it’s a stress-reducing tool that supports eco-conscious choices. No more single-use plastics or endless little containers. Just pop in your bliss balls, click it shut, and go.

You’re not just packing lunch. You’re showing your kids that healthy can be delicious, and that sustainability is a lifestyle worth living.

FAQ Time 🧐

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes! Just use certified gluten-free oats.

Q: Will they fit into all the compartments of the Bento 5?
Absolutely. They fit best in the medium and small sections. Want more variety? Add sliced fruit, yoghurt in a mini tub, or veggie sticks alongside.

Q: Can my toddler eat these?
Yes—just make sure the dates are fully blended and the balls are soft enough for little mouths.

Final Thoughts: A Snack You’ll Actually Feel Good About

These Nut-Free Cacao and Coconut Bliss Balls are more than just snacks—they’re a solution. They meet your family’s health goals, slide effortlessly into your Ecococoon Bento 5, and make life just that bit easier. And let’s be honest—don’t we all need that?

So go ahead, give these a try this week. We’d love to see how you pack them! Tag us on Instagram @ecococoon and show off your bliss-ball bento magic.

Related Reads & Links

• Explore the EcococoonBento Lunch Box

• Healthy School Lunches

• 5 Easy Lunch Box Ideas That Kids Actually Eat

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