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No Bake Coconut Cookie Balls with Chocolate Centers

No Bake Coconut Cookie Balls with Chocolate Centers

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 20-24 cookie balls 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delight in easy, creamy No Bake Coconut Cookie Balls with Chocolate Centers—perfectly sweet, chewy treats ready in minutes! These luscious bites combine the tropical sweetness of shredded coconut with smooth chocolate hidden in the center, offering a quick and satisfying snack or dessert that’s simple to prepare and portable for on-the-go enjoyment.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded coconut (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Mini chocolate chips or small chocolate chunks (enough for one per ball)
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for coating)

Instructions

  1. Combine coconut and condensed milk: In a large bowl, mix shredded coconut with sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and softened butter until the mixture is creamy and sticky, ensuring every flake is well coated.
  2. Chill the mixture: Refrigerate the coconut mixture for about 15 minutes to make it easier to handle when shaping the balls.
  3. Shape and add chocolate centers: Take a small amount of the chilled mixture and flatten it in your palm, place a mini chocolate chip or small piece of chocolate in the center, then roll the mixture around it to form a smooth ball.
  4. Optional coating: If desired, roll the formed balls in powdered sugar or extra shredded coconut for a pretty and tasty finish.
  5. Set and serve: Place the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, refrigerate for another 20 minutes, then enjoy the delightful contrast of chewy coconut and melted chocolate center.

Notes

  • Use fresh or moist shredded coconut for the best texture; avoid overly dry coconut which can make the mixture crumbly.
  • Keep your hands cool or slightly damp to prevent the mixture from sticking while rolling.
  • Make small, uniform bite-sized balls to ensure the chocolate center stays gooey.
  • When storing, place wax or parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
  • Use high-quality chocolate for the centers to enhance flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie ball
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: no bake, coconut cookie balls, chocolate centers, easy dessert, gluten free, quick snack, creamy coconut, chewy treats

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