Make these simple, creamy coconut balls without baking. They use few ingredients and set quickly for a fast dessert.
Author:Clara Braise
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:5 min
Total Time:20 min
Yield:About 24 balls
Category:Dessert
Method:No Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
3 cups shredded sweetened coconut
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Chill the coconut balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm them up.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth.
Dip each chilled coconut ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Return the coated balls to the parchment-lined sheet.
Refrigerate the chocolate-covered coconut balls for another 15 minutes, or until the chocolate sets.
Notes
For a firmer ball, chill the mixture for 1 hour before rolling.
If you prefer dark chocolate, substitute dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet.
You can skip the chocolate coating and roll the balls in extra shredded coconut for a plain version.