Papaya Balls

Delight your taste buds with these no-bake, guilt-free Papaya Balls—a tropical-inspired treat that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Made with ripe papaya, shredded coconut, and almond flour, these naturally sweet and nutrient-packed bites are perfect for a quick snack, dessert, or party platter. Infused with aromatic cardamom powder and topped with optional coconut flakes, each ball offers a burst of flavor and texture in every bite. This recipe is quick and easy, requiring only 25 minutes of prep time and no cooking—perfect for busy lifestyles. Plus, it’s gluten-free, easily adapted to a vegan diet, and packed with wholesome ingredients like honey (or maple syrup) and chopped nuts. Serve chilled to enjoy their subtle tropical sweetness and creamy texture. Whether you’re meal prepping or entertaining guests, Papaya Balls are a refreshing and healthy crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized ripe papaya
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
• 1 cup almond flour
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, cashews, or pistachios)
• 0.25 teaspoon cardamom powder
• 0.25 cup crushed dried coconut flakes (optional, for coating)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the medium-sized ripe papaya and remove the seeds. Cut it into small cubes.

Step 2

Place the papaya cubes into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth to create papaya puree.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the papaya puree, shredded coconut, honey (or maple syrup), almond flour, chopped nuts, and cardamom powder.

Step 4

Mix well until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency. If the mixture is too wet, add a little more almond flour, one tablespoon at a time, until it is workable.

Step 5

Using your hands, take small portions of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into bite-sized balls.

Step 6

For an optional coating, roll each ball in crushed dried coconut flakes to give it a decorative finish and additional texture.

Step 7

Place the balls onto a tray or plate and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(687.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2078.4

Total Fat 169.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 82.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.8g	0%
Total Sugars 72.7g
Protein 43.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 389.8mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2102.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.7%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 24.7%