Coconut-Cottontails-16 I cannot believe Easter is this weekend! This year is going to go by so fast. Sorry for the lack of posts, bunnies! I am the maid of honor in my best friend’s wedding on May 2nd and I threw her a bridal shower last Sunday (a DIY from the shower coming this week)! On top of throwing the shower, I also had two house guests here from out of state so everything was a little hectic! I have seriously been dying to make more YouTube videos! I already have an absurd list of things I want to film for you guys and I cannot wait! For now, enjoy this super cute healthy Easter recipe!

These adorable little Coconut Cottontails (meant to look like fluffy bunny tails), mimic the flavor of a Coconut Cream Pie Larabar! If you are somebunny who likes Larabars, no bake snacks, or coconut, these are def for you! You may not carrot all (ha ha ha), but I just have to tell you that this recipe is gluten free, dairy free, soy free, vegan, and made from only 6 ingredients (one of which is water)!

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Coconut Cottontails
Makes 10-11

1/4 cup almonds
1/4 cup cashews
1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
8 Medjool dates (I love Natural Delights)
1 Tbsp coconut oil
1 Tbsp water

Coconut Topping
1/2 – 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

1. Mix the almonds, coconut and cashews in a food processor until finely ground.
2. Add the dates, coconut oil, and water and pulse until dough forms.
3. Transfer dough to a separate bowl. Pour shredded coconut into separate bowl and set aside.
4. Using a measuring spoon, scoop the dough into 1 tablespoon sized balls. Roll balls in the shredded coconut until well coated.
5. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for one week or the freezer for one month.

9 Comments on Coconut Cottontails

  1. The Holistic Herbivore
    April 1, 2015 at 11:16 am (10 years ago)

    My favorite kind of desserts! The quick, easy, and delicious kind! Sometimes I will just blend dates and almonds for a snack! Dates really are natures candy!

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  2. Veronica
    April 2, 2015 at 7:08 am (10 years ago)

    So kind of a weird question- I just started working out at full psycle (but in Chicago- thanks for the motivation!!) but when I check my performance I’m not really sure where my numbers should be? I would love to know where you aim to be numbers-wise since you are so in love with it and have used it as a weight loss tool! My numbers haven’t been consistent. Would you consider doing a post about your stats? Or if that wouldn’t appeal to enough people, I would love if you could shoot me a quick email or I’d even settle for a screen shot, haha. I know it is a personal thing, but the different numbers are pretty dang overwhelming and confusing and you seem to be killing it. Let me know!

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  3. Brittany
    April 3, 2015 at 5:59 am (10 years ago)

    These are simply too cute! Perfect for Easter. <3

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  4. Cait
    April 3, 2015 at 10:30 am (10 years ago)

    Do you use raw or roasted almonds and cashews?

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    • Catherine
      April 7, 2015 at 2:48 am (10 years ago)

      Hi Cait! I just checked and mine were both roasted and unsalted. Raw almonds and cashews work great too! Unsalted is preferred, but if you can’t find them, that’s ok!

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  5. Ivie
    April 19, 2015 at 5:41 pm (10 years ago)

    Looks yummy

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  6. Mason
    April 21, 2015 at 4:49 am (10 years ago)

    I love having snacks like this on hand! Great recipe!

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  7. Jill Prepster
    February 3, 2017 at 9:19 pm (8 years ago)

    Oh my yumness! I’m definitely going to make this delicious recipe and add it to my meal prepping routine!! Thank you so much for sharing and gorgeous photos! <3

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