5-ingredient balls packed with greens and healthy fats. Kale, coconut butter, and avocado with protein powder and unrefined coconut sugar.
I’m finally home from California, and, as what tends to happen after I’m out of town, I came home craving all of the greens.
It might not be the kind of greens you were thinking, though.
Were you thinking a kale salad with a green smoothie on the side?
I’ll save that for later.
These Super Green Fat Balls are packed with leafy greens, my favorite healthy fats and protein!
They’re perfect to meal prep for a satisfying snack, dessert, or anytime treat for Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend.
If anyone tries to pinch you, just throw a fat ball at them.
Snacks Are My Best Friend
I’m a big fan of snacks, the deliciously edible bridge from breakfast to lunch to dinner.
I went through this awful phase in college where I tried to cut them out (but WHY?!)…
As you can probably imagine, that didn’t go over so well for me and it definitely didn’t go over well for those around me, either.
So snacks are always a must here at Flora & Vino.
They keep my brain and body checked in when all I want to do is take a rain check and check OUT!
Meal Prep Fat Balls
When I start my meal prep, many times the first thing I’ll tackle is snacks for the week.
They’re a bit easier and more fun to throw together advance, and nothing makes me happier than going into the week with a stash of BALLS.
I first made these Super Green Fat Balls in January, and was shocked at much these nourishing little bites tasted like candy.
Where was the leafy green aftertaste?
Not like kissing a frog, friends, these bites are the PRINCE himself.
What You Need to Make Super Green Fat Balls
So what makes these balls so PHAT?
They’re packed with raw coconut butter and a whole avocado to make them high in good whole foods fats.
I get asked a lot why I prefer to eat oil-free, and the answer is…*drumroll*…because I feel better getting my fats from their purest state as much as possible!
Not all of my recipes are oil-free, but I always like to give an oil-free option when it’s doable.
These coconut balls are a great example of the type of unprocessed fat sources I love to munch on.
Swaps and Substitutions
Pick a green, any green!
I used kale in these fat balls, but if the sometimes bitterness of kale is off-putting to you, try using baby spinach or baby kale instead for the same great green color.
If you try another green (or herb could be so fun!) instead, let me know how it turns out!
Pro tip: Chop your leafy greens finely before throwing them into your blender or food processor to make for a smoother blend!
It’ll take a while to break down the greens into the dough, so don’t be afraid to give your blender small breaks in between pulses.
How to Make Super Green Fat Balls
Add a scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder to give your balls a boost of plant-based protein!
If you’re not into protein powders, try substituting coconut or almond flour instead for the same grain-free, gluten-free, GREEN experience.
I like to chill my dough for a bit in the fridge to make it more pliable and less messy to work with.
If you’re meal prepping with time limit, you can roll them directly after blending.
The batter will be “oily” as the coconut butter and avocado release their natural oils, so son’t be afraid to get your hands good and green!
Toppings for Super Green Fat Balls
The green balls came out tasting amazing but looked a bit…naked, so I rolled them in hemp hearts for an additional layer of protein and fat.
You could also roll them in cacao nibs, crushed almonds, almond flour, protein powder, etc.
Feel free to skip this step if you’re in a hurry!
How to Serve Super Green Fat Balls
Enjoy these Super Green Fat Balls whenever you need a quick pick-me-up.
I love to have a couple in the afternoon to get me through to dinner time.
They’re filling, fun, nutrient dense, and an oh so tasty option to pack in your greens!
The balls will soften at room temperature, so store them in the fridge or freezer for a chubby chilled treat.
Enjoy!
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XO Lauren

Super Green Fat Balls
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 12-16 balls
- Diet: Vegan
Description
5-ingredient balls packed with greens and healthy fats. Kale, coconut butter, and avocado with protein powder and unrefined coconut sugar.
Ingredients
- 2 scoops vanilla plant-based protein powder
- 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
- 1 avocado
- 2/3 cup coconut butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup unrefined coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup hemp hearts (optional)
Instructions
- To soften your coconut butter, add the entire jar to a bowl of hot water in the sink and allow it to sit for 15-30 minutes, changing the water if it gets cold. Remove the jar from the water and check the consistency by stirring with a knife and adding back to the water if it needs more heat to soften. Smoother coconut butter is best for this recipe.
- Add the coconut butter and all remaining ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor and pulse until well-combined, scraping down the sides as needed to recombine. You want to ensure all of the leafy greens are broken down and smooth in the mixture. This process may take several minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and freeze it for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, roll the chilled dough into ~1.5 TBSP balls. Roll in optional hemp hearts and serve them immediately.
- Store the leftover balls in the fridge for one week and freeze them for long term storage.
Notes
Adapted from Tone It Up
- Prep Time: 45 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Snack, Dessert, Bliss Balls
- Method: Hand-mix
- Cuisine: Gluten Free, Oil Free
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Do you mean coconut or almond flour ? When you say if you don’t want to add pea protein you can add coconut or almost flour for grain free addition? I am confused. I would rather use coconut flour.
Hi April! Thanks so much for catching this– yes, I meant “almond” flour! I will change this now! Let me know what you think if you try them! XOXO
Hey do these freeze well ?
Hi Lindsay! Yes, they do!
Just made these💚 I loved them.
Hi Noel,
Thanks so much for the review- I’m so glad you enjoyed!
XOXO Lauren