Citrus Bliss Bites for Baby Showers (Print)
No-bake citrus treats with almond flour, honey, and fresh orange lemon zest. Perfect bite-sized refreshments for showers and celebrations.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup almond flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
→ Wet Ingredients
03 - 1/3 cup honey (or agave syrup for vegan)
04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
06 - 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
07 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
→ Optional Coating
08 - 1/4 cup finely shredded coconut for rolling
# How To Make:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour and shredded coconut until evenly blended.
02 - Add the honey, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, and lemon zest to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms and all ingredients are uniformly distributed.
03 - Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, portion the dough and roll into uniform 1-inch balls.
04 - Roll each ball in the finely shredded coconut, applying gentle pressure to ensure an even coating adheres to the surface.
05 - Arrange the coated bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes until firm to the touch.
06 - Present chilled or allow to come to room temperature before serving at your gathering.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- No oven required, which means you can make these while chatting with guests and never miss a moment of the party.
- The citrus brightness cuts through richer shower menu items like a palate cleanser disguised as dessert.
02 -
- If the dough feels too wet to roll, refrigerate it for ten minutes and it will firm up beautifully.
- Toasting the coconut before using it adds a nuttier depth that completely transforms the flavor profile.
03 -
- Use a microplane to zest the citrus as finely as possible because large shreds create bitter pockets in the dough.
- Wet your hands slightly before rolling to prevent sticking and keep the balls smooth and round.