When you’re craving peach desserts but don’t want to deal with an oven, these Peach Bliss Balls are the answer.
They’re made from simple, wholesome ingredients: dried peaches, almond flour, and coconut, all blended together and rolled into bite-sized bites. No baking, no fuss, no waiting around.
This is the kind of easy recipe that comes together in about 15 minutes and disappears just as fast once it hits the table. It’s a healthy, no-bake spin on peach desserts that still satisfies that sweet craving.
Why You’ll Love This Peach Dessert
These bliss balls have a lot going for them beyond just great flavor.
They’re quick. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, this is one of the simplest, fastest peach desserts you can make.
They’re a crowd-pleaser. A batch makes plenty of bite-sized snacks, perfect for a dessert board, a potluck, or packing into a fun snack table.
They’re kid-friendly. Kids love helping roll the balls, making this a great hands-on recipe to make together.
They fit dietary needs. These bliss balls are sugar free (using only maple syrup), gluten free, and vegan, making them an easy win for a crowd with mixed dietary requirements.
Common Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
A few small tweaks can make all the difference with this simple, no-bake peach dessert.
Using overly dry, tough dried peaches. Tough dried fruit is harder to blend and won’t hold together well. Choose soft, pliable dried peaches for the best texture.
Skipping the water adjustment. Depending on the moisture level of your dried peaches, the mixture may be too crumbly to roll. Add water a teaspoon at a time until it holds together.
Overprocessing the mixture. Blending too long can turn the mixture into a paste rather than a scoopable dough. Process just until everything is well combined.
Rolling inconsistent sizes. Uneven balls bake, chill, and portion unevenly. Use a small cookie scoop to keep every bliss ball the same size.
Key Ingredients for This Simple Peach Recipe
Each ingredient in this recipe plays an important role in flavor, texture, and how well the balls hold together.
Dried peaches — Soft, pliable dried peaches blend more easily and give these bliss balls their concentrated peach flavor and natural sweetness.
Almond flour — Finely ground blanched almonds help bind the mixture while adding a subtle nutty flavor and boost of protein.
Desiccated coconut — Unsweetened, finely shredded coconut helps bind the mixture and doubles as the coating that gives these bliss balls their signature finished look.
Pure maple syrup — Just a touch of maple syrup adds natural sweetness without needing any refined sugar.
Vanilla extract and sea salt — These round out the flavor, with a pinch of coarse sea salt balancing the sweetness of the peaches and maple syrup.
How to Make Peach Bliss Balls
Follow these easy steps for a foolproof no-bake peach dessert.
- Combine the ingredients. Add the chopped dried peaches, almond flour, desiccated coconut, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and sea salt to the bowl of a food processor.
- Process the mixture. Blend until everything is well combined and the mixture starts to hold together.
- Check the consistency. Press a small amount of the mixture between your fingers. If it’s too crumbly to hold its shape, add water a teaspoon at a time until it binds together.
- Prepare the coating. Add the extra coconut to a shallow, wide bowl.
- Roll the balls. Use a small cookie scoop to portion the mixture, then roll each portion into a ball and coat it in the coconut.
- Chill and store. Store the bliss balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Variations & Tips
Make this easy peach dessert your own with a few simple swaps.
Fruit swap — No dried peaches on hand? Dried mango or dried apricot make a delicious substitute with a similar chewy texture.
Nut-free option — Skip the almond flour and try a nut-free bliss ball base with sunflower seed flour instead.
Not vegan? — Honey can replace the maple syrup, though since it’s sweeter, use a slightly smaller amount.
Pro-chef tip — Use a small cookie or ice cream scoop to portion the mixture before rolling for perfectly even, aesthetic bliss balls every time.
Gifting idea — Package a few bliss balls in a cellophane bag tied with ribbon for an easy, thoughtful homemade gift.
FAQs
How long do these bliss balls keep? Stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, they’ll keep well for about a week.
Can I freeze peach bliss balls? Yes. Store them in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
What if my mixture is too dry to roll? Add water one teaspoon at a time until the mixture holds together when pressed between your fingers.
Are these bliss balls healthy enough for kids’ lunchboxes? Yes. They’re made with simple, wholesome ingredients, contain no refined sugar, and travel well, making them a great lunchbox or snack option for kids.
Peach Bliss Balls
Equipment
- food processor
- mixing bowl For coating coconut.
- 2-teaspoon cookie scoop Optional for even-sized bliss balls.
- airtight container For storage.
Ingredients
- 140 g dried peaches, finely chopped
- 60 g almond flour
- 15 g unsweetened desiccated coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1-2 teaspoons water (if needed)
- 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut (for coating)
Instructions
- Add the dried peaches, almond flour, desiccated coconut, vanilla extract, maple syrup and sea salt to the bowl of a food processor. Process until well combined.
- Press a small amount of the mixture together between your fingers. If it is too crumbly, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water and process again until the mixture holds together.
- Place the extra desiccated coconut into a shallow bowl.
- Using a 2-teaspoon cookie scoop or spoon, portion the mixture and roll into balls. Roll each bliss ball in the desiccated coconut until evenly coated.
- Store the Peach Bliss Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.