No-Bake Sunflower Butter Cocoa Fat Bombs
Rich and satisfying keto-friendly fat bombs made with sunflower seed butter and cocoa powder, perfect for a quick energy boost or dessert. This keto-inspired desserts (keto, low carb) ready in about 10 minutes layers sunflower seed butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered pure stevia into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 129 calories and feeds 26, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sunflower seed butter
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/16 tsp powdered pure stevia
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup sunflower seed butter, 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/16 teaspoon powdered pure stevia. Stir thoroughly with a spatula until the mixture is smooth and uniform in color.
- Step 2: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into approximately 26 small balls, about 1 inch in diameter each. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Step 3: Refrigerate the fat bombs for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving. Keep stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Sunflower Butter Cocoa Fat Bombs take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Sunflower Butter Cocoa Fat Bombs?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Sunflower Butter Cocoa Fat Bombs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Sunflower Butter Cocoa Fat Bombs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 26 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 26). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is No-Bake Sunflower Butter Cocoa Fat Bombs keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
