Gluten-Free Vegan No-Bake Cranberry Lemon Ball Truffles

This healthy plant-based Gluten-Free Vegan No-Bake Cranberry Lemon Bliss Ball Truffles recipe is so easy to make with only 8 clean, real food ingredients, it's ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes and is Medical Medium compliant. 

A cranberry + lemon flavor combination is loved by many for it's sweet and tangy taste and these healthy balls are the perfect treat to enjoy the summertime flavors.

The BEST Cranberry Lemon Balls Truffles

My ORIGINAL plant-based Gluten-Free Vegan No-Bake Cranberry Lemon Energy Balls are an upgrade from the Raw Vegan Lemon Meltaway Balls recipe on my website.

It's been a reader favorite here at The Healthy Family and Home for a long time.

How long?

It's been almost 5 years to the day that the original lemon meltaway balls recipe appeared on my website (5-9-13) if you can believe that!

Since Spring is here, I decided to make a "deluxe" upgraded version of that vegan lemon recipe for you and what pairs best with lemons?

Cranberries! 🙂

So I added organic dried cranberries to the original recipe to give the classic balls a tangy and colorful twist.

If you haven't already made the Raw Vegan Lemon Meltaway Balls recipe (do so right away!), it's really simple to make. 

It's the same exact recipe as this one, except without the added cranberries.

And if you don't care for cranberries...no worries!

Just follow the original lemon meltaway balls recipe.

How To Make Healthy Cranberry Lemon Balls Truffles | Step-By-Step Instructions

These plant-based cranberry lemon balls are so easy to make and the only equipment you need is a food processor.

Step 1: Add all the ingredients to a food processor

In this step, you'll measure all your ingredients then add them to a food processor. You'll want to process the mixture until it has a smooth but thick consistency - thick enough to be able to roll them into a ball shape.

Step 2: Add the cranberries

Before adding the dried cranberries into the mixture, you'll want to take just a few minutes to chop them into small pieces. You don't have to do this step, but they roll together better in smaller pieces than whole pieces.

Once you've chopped the dried cranberries, remove the blade to your food processor and add in the dried cranberries, then stir in by hand until they are evenly distributed.

Step 3: Roll Into balls

Take out a spoonful at a time (about 1 tablespoon), squeeze the mixture tightly in your fist, then gently roll them into a ball shape.

Place them on a plate covered in parchment paper and transfer them to the refrigerator to firm for about 15 minutes and you're ready to go!

How Do I Store My Gluten-Free Vegan Cranberry Lemon Balls?

You'll want to make sure you store these in an air-tight BPA-free container in the refrigerator.

They're perfect to make ahead for a quick breakfast treat or an afternoon snack.

Tips + Ingredient Substitutions for Making Cranberry Lemon Bliss Balls Recipe:

Coconut Oil. If you don't like the smell or taste of coconut oil, you can use "refined" organic coconut oil, which has no coconut smell or taste.

Maple Syrup. Feel free to use the liquid sweetener of your choice. 

Lemon Zest. You can use either lemon zest or Organic Lemon Essential Oil. My preference is to use Organic Lemon Essential Oil, not only for the intense lemon flavor but because I can't be 100% sure what's on the skins of the lemons (waxes, pesticides, bacteria, etc.) even if the lemons are organic. Even some organic produce has a food-grade wax on the exterior. And, just a few drops of Organic Lemon Essential Oil will give it such an intense lemon flavor without the mess of grating a lemon.

Vanilla Extract. Make sure you use 100% pure organic vanilla extract.

Dietary Substitutions:

1. Medical Medium - Make sure you use an alcohol-free vanilla extract.
2. Lectin-Free - Substitute the maple syrup with organic date nectar.
3. Vegan + Gluten-Free - This recipe is 100% vegan + gluten-free.

Want More Healthy Plant-Based No-Bake Ball Recipes?

Check out these:

• Gluten-Free Vegan Dried Blueberry Protein Energy Balls
• Vanilla Peanut Butter Protein Balls
• Crunchy Raw Protein Balls
• or my CLEAN DESSERTS Cookbook with 72 plant-based no-bake vegan + gluten-free dessert recipes just like this one that you will love!

Did You Make This Recipe?

If so, please leave a rating and comment below to let me know...it would make my day! 🙂

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Gluten-Free Vegan No-Bake Cranberry Lemon Balls

Yield: 18 small balls

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Additional Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

This healthy plant-based Gluten-Free Vegan No-Bake Cranberry Lemon Bliss Ball Truffles recipe is so easy to make with only 8 clean, real food ingredients, it's ready to enjoy in less than 20 minutes and is Medical Medium compliant.  { Raw | Vegan | Gluten-Free | Dairy-Free | No-Bake | Egg-Free | Soy-Free | Paleo-Friendly | No Refined Sugar | Lectin-Free* | Medical Medium }

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Ingredients

For the balls

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup organic lemon juice
• 1/4 cup organic coconut oil
• 1/4 cup organic maple syrup*
• 1/3 cup organic coconut flour
• 1 tablespoon organic lemon zest or 4 drops Lemon Essential Oil
• 1/2 teaspoon organic pure vanilla extract*
• 1-2 pinches Himalayan pink salt

For the add-in

• 1/4 cup organic dried cranberries (chopped)

*Medical Medium Substitutions:

• Substitute organic vanilla extract with alcohol-free vanilla extract

*Lectin-Free Substitutions:

• Substitute organic maple syrup with organic date nectar

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients for the balls to a food processor and process until everything is well combined. The mixture should have a smooth and thick consistency, like raw cookie dough. 
2. Add the chopped dried cranberries to the mixture and stir-in by hand until they are evenly distributed.
3. Test the mixture by taking out a spoonful to see if it's firm enough to roll into a ball shape. Depending on the type of sweetener you use, you may need to let them firm a little in the refrigerator before rolling into a ball. If they aren't firm enough to roll into a ball shape, put the mixture in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes, then remove and proceed to Step 4.
4. Take a spoonful at a time and roll them into the palms of your hand to form a ball shape. If they start to stick to the palms of your hands, just rub a tiny amount of coconut oil on your palms and continue.
5. Place the balls on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to firm.
6. Store in an air-tight BPA-free container in the refrigerator until ready to serve because they will get soft and lose their shape if left out at room temperature.
7. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 18 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 124Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 14mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 3g

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist's advice.

Karielyn Tillman

Hi, I'm Karielyn! I'm the published cookbook author of CLEAN DESSERTS and content creator of The Healthy Family and Home website since 2012. I specialize in creating easy, healthy plant-based recipes that are gluten-free + vegan and made with clean, real food ingredients that you can feel good about eating.