Description
Coconut Chocolate Balls are the kind of easy homemade dessert that always feels special. The creamy coconut center stays soft and sweet, while the chocolate coating adds a rich finish that makes every bite feel a little indulgent. I love this recipe for holiday trays, easy dessert ideas, no bake sweets, homemade candy platters, and quick treats to keep in the fridge when I want something simple but satisfying. It’s a great make-ahead dessert with classic flavor, minimal effort, and the kind of texture that keeps everyone reaching for one more.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
3/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1/4 cup extra shredded coconut for garnish
Instructions
1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is thick and evenly blended.
2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes so it firms up enough to roll easily.
3. Scoop out small portions and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
4. Freeze the coconut balls for 15 to 20 minutes until firm.
5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
6. Dip each chilled coconut ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely, then lift it out with a fork and let the excess chocolate drip off.
7. Return each coated ball to the lined tray and sprinkle with extra shredded coconut if desired.
8. Refrigerate until the chocolate is fully set, then serve chilled or lightly softened.
Notes
Use slightly damp hands when rolling the coconut mixture if it starts sticking.
Keep the balls cold before dipping so the chocolate sets faster and coats more cleanly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 168
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 38 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg
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