An easy gluten-free apricot bliss ball recipe that isn’t too ‘crowded’ with ingredients that may turn fussy eaters off! The recipe makes 12 simple, snacky balls that can be used after sports, in lunchboxes or for a delicious morning or afternoon snack.

These apricot balls are gluten-free naturally, nut-free and can be easily made vegan by swapping out the honey for maple syrup if required. They don’t require perfection – just roll them in semi-equal sizes and enjoy!

Plus – no oven needed, no mess, and no complicated steps. Just blend, roll, and enjoy!

⭐ Why You’ll Love These Apricot Bliss Balls

Lunchbox safe – made without nuts, perfect for school
No-bake – just a food processor and a few minutes
Naturally sweet – dried fruit and coconut keep these sweet without added sugar
Customisable – swap or add your favourite ingredients (see below!)

Ingredients For Apricot Bliss Balls

There are many, many extra ingredients you can add to apricot bliss balls – nuts, oats and seeds being common. However, to appease fussy, suspicious eaters, I keep these apricot energy balls pretty simple with these 5 ingredients:

Apricots: dried apricots are an accessible dried fruit that blend up well and provide a lovely burst of orange and a sweet taste.
Coconut: I’ve used desiccated coconut, but you could easily use shredded or flakes if you prefer. Just note the flakes can provide a different texture and taste if they have been roasted.
Honey: this helps with the binding of the mixture but if you want to make this recipe vegan, you can certainly swap it for maple syrup. I would recommend using a bit less – so maybe just 1.5 tablespoons instead.
Vanilla: I generally use vanilla essence to provide a nice taste to the mixture.
Salt: this is of course personal preference, but I find the salt balances the sweetness of the apricot really well here.

Step By Step Instructions

Apricot Bliss Balls - Food Processor Required — *Blitz all ingredients together in a food processor until mixture resembles a crumbly mixture:*

Apricot Bliss Balls - Food processor crumble mixture — *Roll into balls and then roll in extra coconut.*

Apricot Bliss Balls roll out with coconut

🧊 Storage Tips

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
Or freeze for up to 2 months – perfect for batch prepping and popping straight into lunchboxes in the morning!

👩‍🍳 Make It With the Kids

This is a great recipe for little hands! Get the kids involved in rolling the balls – no hot ovens or sharp knives needed. A fun and healthy way to spend time together in the kitchen.

📌 FAQs

Can I use fresh apricots?
Fresh apricots contain too much moisture. Stick with dried for the best texture.
Do these freeze well?
Absolutely! Store them in a freezer-safe container and defrost overnight or pop straight into a lunchbox.