Description
Sweet, creamy, and naturally tropical, these bite-sized coconut cream balls are an easy no-bake dessert. Perfect for holidays, snack time, or gifting — rich, chewy, and coated in coconut for extra texture and flavor.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (Makes ~20 balls):
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling
½ cup sweetened condensed milk (or coconut condensed milk for vegan)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: ¼ cup white chocolate chips, finely chopped or melted
Optional fillings: almonds, cashews, or dates
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Mix Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
Stir in white chocolate or optional fillings if using. The mixture should be sticky but moldable.
Shape Balls:
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form mixture into 1-inch balls.
Coat in Coconut:
Roll each ball in extra shredded coconut until fully coated.
Chill:
Place coconut balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
Serve:
Enjoy chilled. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Vegan Option: Use coconut condensed milk or sweetened coconut cream instead of regular condensed milk.
- Flavor Boost: Add a teaspoon of rum, coconut extract, or citrus zest to the mixture.
- Nut-Free: Omit optional nut fillings if desired.
- Make Ahead: Perfect for prepping in advance for parties or gifts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert / No-Bake / Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American / Tropical-Inspired