What’s inside: A crunchy and sweet lunch box treat that is packed with fiber and protein – perfect for fuelling kids and adults, too! These Coconut Clusters are a nutrient-dense snack recipe that takes minutes to whip up.

Copycat Coconut Crunchy Clusters Recipe

I’m always on the hunt for healthy lunch box ideas:

• nut-free and fish-free (the allergens in my daughter’s classroom);
• sturdy and can hold up to being tossed around in a lunch box;
• can be served room-temperature;
• yummy and enticing enough to actually get eaten.

My daughter went crazy for these Coconut Clusters at Costco – only for them to discontinue carrying them! Trader Joe’s has a similar product, but our nearest one is over 3 hours away so my best bet to bring this fiber-rich, healthy treat back to her lunch boxes was to figure out the recipe for myself.

These coconut clusters are crunchy, sweet and just the right amount of chewy. They are nutrient-packed with no filler ingredients.

I enjoy them just as much as my daughter and they’ve become a regular staple in my Sunday meal preps. They take less than 5 minutes to prep for the oven and are shelf-stable for up to a week.

I hope your family loves these healthy coconut crunchy clusters as much as mine does!

— Jennifer

Coconut Clusters Ingredients

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• 1 cup Coconut Chips
• 1/4 cup Raw Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)
• 2 Tablespoons Chia Seeds
• 2 Tablespoons Honey
• 2 teaspoons Water
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt, to taste

Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.

Tip: chopped nuts or hemp hearts are also a great addition to this recipe.

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

• Measuring Cups and Spoons
• Mixing Bowl
• Muffin Tins
• Spatula
• Silicone muffin liners (I do not recommend paper liners for this recipe)

How to Make Coconut Clusters

To Prep: Preheat oven to 325 and line a muffin tray with silicone liners (or grease very well). Set aside.

1. In a large bowl, mix together the coconut chips, pumpkin seeds and chia seeds. Set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine the honey and water. Sprinkle in the salt and allow to dissolve completely before pouring the honey mixture over the coconut chip mixture.
3. Stir to coat the coconut chip mixture completely in the honey mixture.
4. Divide the coconut chip mixture in between the prepared liners.
5. Bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden.
6. Allow to cool completely before removing from the silicone liners or muffin tray.

Prep Tips

• Warm the honey slightly before mixing for 10-15 seconds to prevent clumping and ensure every bite is lightly sweetened.
• Stir the salt into the honey mixture fully to prevent uneven salty spots.
• Mix gently but thoroughly using a folding motion rather than aggressive stirring. Coconut chips can break easily, so this helps maintain those crisp, layered textures in the final clusters.
• Pack the mixture into the liners firmly using the back of a spoon or your fingers. This helps it hold together after baking (especially once cooled), so your “clusters” don’t crumble apart.
• Cool fully before unmolding, as they firm up as they cool. Removing them too early can cause them to break apart or stick to the silicone. Let them reach room temperature for clean release and maximum crunch.

More Healthy Lunch Ideas for the Whole Family

• Easy Berry Fruit Salad
• Healthy Veggie Pinwheels
• Chocolate Protein Balls
• Healthy Seed Crackers
• Healthy 3-Ingredient Protein Bars

Coconut Clusters Recipe (Printable Recipe Card)

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