These healthy candy bites are just like the original but so much tastier and healthier! Made without refined sugar, these Almond Joy Bites are paleo, gluten free, dairy free, and can be made low carb/keto!
Prepare sheet pan. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
Make almond joy filling. Add shredded coconut, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and sea salt to a food processor and blend on high for about 8 minutes or until it has the consistency of shaved ice, scraping down sides and bottom as needed.
Form into balls. Scoop out coconut mixture and form into 1" (2.5cm) balls by firmly pressing and shaping with your hands. Place finished balls on parchment paper-lined sheet pan.
Chill. Place balls in freezer for 15 minutes. During this time you can start melting the chocolate.
Melt chocolate over a double boiler on low heat.
Dip balls in chocolate. Place one ball on a fork, lower into the chocolate, then use a spoon to drape the chocolate over it (do not roll it in the chocolate). Remove the ball using the fork, then tap the fork to get rid of the excess chocolate. Using a toothpick, carefully slide the ball off the fork and back onto the parchment paper. Repeat with remaining coconut balls.
Chill. Refrigerate almond joy bites until hardened, remove from refrigeration, and serve at room temperature for best texture.
Store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or under refrigeration for up to 1 week. You can also freeze them and thaw one at a time when you want a little treat!