3-Ingredient Chocolate Coconut Balls Recipe
Delicious and easy-to-make 3-Ingredient Chocolate Coconut Balls featuring shredded coconut, condensed milk, and rich dark chocolate. These no-bake treats are perfect for a quick snack or a sweet dessert, with a creamy coconut center dipped in smooth, melted chocolate. Ready in under an hour, they require minimal ingredients and effort while delivering maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15-20 coconut balls depending on size 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Coconut Balls
- 2 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened, homemade recommended)
- 1 cup condensed milk (or coconut condensed milk for a dairy-free option)
For the Chocolate Coating
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate (or chocolate chips, for melting)
Instructions
- Mix Coconut and Condensed Milk: Pour the shredded coconut into a bowl and mix thoroughly with the condensed milk until it forms a thick, moldable mixture. Using your hands gives the best consistency, but a spoon or fork works as well.
- Form the Balls: Use 1 to 2 tablespoons of the mixture to shape into balls. Keep them bite-sized, ideally no larger than 2-3 bites for easy eating and serving.
- Chill the Coconut Balls: Place the balls on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes until they firm up. If you’re short on time, freeze them for 5 to 10 minutes to speed up the process.
- Melt the Chocolate: While the coconut balls are chilling, melt the dark chocolate using your preferred method: microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between to prevent burning, or use a double boiler (bain marie) for gentle melting.
- Dip the Balls in Chocolate: Using a spoon or fork, dip each chilled coconut ball fully into the melted chocolate, ensuring an even coating. Place the coated balls on a wire rack lined with parchment paper to catch any excess chocolate drips.
- Harden the Chocolate: Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature until firm. For best results, transfer the truffles to the fridge after initial setting to cool completely and solidify.
- Storage: Store your chocolate coconut balls in an airtight container. They will keep up to 5 days at room temperature in a cool, dry place, up to 2 weeks refrigerated, or freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage.
Notes
- You can substitute regular condensed milk with coconut condensed milk to make the balls dairy-free.
- For a firmer texture, chill the balls longer before dipping in chocolate.
- Use dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa for a rich flavor and less sweetness.
- These treats are best enjoyed within two weeks but freeze well for longer storage.
- Feel free to roll the balls in extra shredded coconut or cocoa powder before chilling for different texture options.
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