Coconut Balls - My Gorgeous Recipes (2024)

Published: · Modified: by Daniela Apostol · This post may contain affiliate links · 16 Comments

Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe

Coconut Balls made with desiccated coconut, condensed milk and butter, a sweet bite-sized treat not only for your better half, but also for friends and family. It's a quick recipe that can be tweaked to your own liking, and you have the perfect dessert to win anybody's heart.If you like bounty chocolates, this recipe is for you!

Coconut Balls - My Gorgeous Recipes (1)

I always end up buying a box of chocolates or sweets when I have no idea what else to buy as a present, after all, you can never go wrong with that. So why not get the box ready yourself? These coconut truffles are excellent edible gifts that can be enjoyed all year round, no matter the celebration.

And they can't be any easier to make, they are basically 3-ingredient coconut balls, the main ingredients being desiccated coconut, butter and condensed milk. As for decorating them, you can either coat them in more desiccated coconut, cocoa powder or melted chocolate or any kind.

Even so, you really must not add any more sugar, the condensed milk adds more than enough sweetness. I wouldn't recommend the light condensed milk, the sweetened one works the best. After all, it's a sweet treat, right?

If you are a fan of the bounty bars, these coconut balls are the closest you can get to making your own homemade bounty balls.

Jump to:
  • Ingredients needed
  • Step-by-step photos and instructions
  • How to decorate the coconut truffles
  • Other coconut recipes
  • Coconut Balls

Ingredients needed

Coconut Balls - My Gorgeous Recipes (2)
  • desiccated coconut - it's easy to find in most shops, make sure it's not coconut flour, as that has a different fine texture
  • sweetened condensed milk - if you can find coconut condensed milk, I highly recommend that, but otherwise the regular one is great
  • butter - soften
  • dark chocolate - for coating the balls

Step-by-step photos and instructions

There couldn't be a quicker not simpler recipe, it's a matter of mixing the basic ingredients together and shaping them into balls.

  • add the desiccated coconut, soften butter and condensed milk to a bowl
  • use a spatula to mix well until you get a uniform mixture
  • shape out balls - I got 16, but you can get more or less, depending on their size

You can add any other flavouring of your choice, vanilla, orange, lemon, lime and so on. Or just leave it out completely, that's entirely up to you, you don't really need anything else, since the coconut flavour is strong.

Coconut Balls - My Gorgeous Recipes (3)

How to decorate the coconut truffles

There are a few ways of decorating these beauties - they can either be coated with more desiccated coconut right after shaping the balls, and before chilling them in the fridge, otherwise the desiccated coconut might not stick as well.

If you go for melted chocolate, break the chocolate into pieces, and melt until smooth - I like to melt the chocolate in a bowl set over a pan of simmering water.

Once the chocolate is ready, coat each ball into chocolate, and use a fork to transfer it to a non-stick paper. If you want to add some more desiccated coconut to the truffles, sprinkle some before the chocolate firms up.

Just leave the coconut balls firm up for in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, then they are ready to be enjoyed. So simple! If you like homemade truffles, why not try my: Baileys Cheesecake Truffles? Or my Snowman Truffles? Do give them a go!

Other coconut recipes

Coconut and Lime Drizzle Cake

Coconut Shortbread Cookies

Snowman Cupcakes

Coconut Balls - My Gorgeous Recipes (4)

If you’ve liked my COCONUT BALLSor any other recipe on the blog then don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know how you got on in the comments below, I love hearing from you! You can alsoFOLLOW MEonFACEBOOK, andPINTERESTto see more delicious food and what I’m getting up to.

Coconut Balls - My Gorgeous Recipes (5)

Coconut Balls

Coconut Balls made with desiccated coconut, condensed milk and butter, a sweet bite-sized treat not only for your better half, but also for friends and family. It's a quick recipe that can be tweaked to your own liking, and you have the perfect dessert to win anybody's heart.If you like bounty chocolates, this recipe is for you!

4.69 from 22 votes

Print Pin Rate

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: International

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 16 balls

Calories: 212kcal

Author: Daniela Apostol

Ingredients

  • 200 g desiccated coconut
  • 200 g condensed milk
  • 50 g soften butter
  • 180 g dark chocolate (optional)

Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add the desiccated coconut, soften butter and condensed milk.

  • Use a spatula to mix everything together into a sticky mixture.

  • Shape balls out of the mixture, I got 16, but you can get more or less depending on how big the balls are.

  • If you decorate them with desiccated coconut only, coat each ball into coconut, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

  • If you wish to coat them in chocolate, break the chocolate into pieces, and add them to a bowl set over a pan of simmering water.

  • When the chocolate is melted and smooth, add a ball at a time, and coat well, then use a fork to remove it from the chocolate, and transfer it to a tray lined with non-stick paper.

  • If you want to add more coconut to them, sprinkle some before the chocolate sets.

  • Refrigerate, then enjoy!

Video

Notes

  • Click on the US Customary link to see the measurements displayed in cups and ounces.
  • The servings can be adjusted by clicking the number next to Servings.

Nutrition

Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 196mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 2mg

Tried this Recipe? Share it Today!Mention @GorgeousRecipes or tag #gorgeousrecipes!

Enjoy! 🙂

Coconut Balls - My Gorgeous Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What are coconut balls made of? ›

What are coconut balls made of? These coconut balls are made with 3 ingredients: shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and chocolate which is optional. You can make these even more delicious by adding flavors like vanilla extract, coconut extract, chopped nuts, sprinkles, finely chopped chocolate, etc.

How to cook with coconut powder? ›

Simply pop the powder into your blender with the rest of your ingredients and you're good to go! Because of its creamy qualities, coconut powder is fantastic in soups like leek and potato or creamy mushroom soup and is a much healthier option than adding cream.

What is the meaning of desiccated coconut? ›

Desiccated coconut is the disintegrated and dehydrated coconut kernel or pulp largely comprising the white portion of the kernel, after removing the brown testa or parings. It is referred to as 'farane de coco' in France.

What is the white stuff called in a coconut? ›

The part of the coconut that is usually eaten (as coconut "meat" and water) is the endosperm.

What does eating coconut chunks do? ›

Fibre: Coconut meat is a good source of dietary fibre, which supports digestive health and can help regulate blood sugar levels. Vitamins and Minerals: It contains vast reserves of essential vitamins and minerals such as potassium, iron, and vitamin C.

Does coconut powder taste like coconut? ›

They mention that it has a good flavor, is edible, and works and tastes exactly the same as fresh coconut milk.

Is coconut powder the same as coconut powder? ›

Coconut flour and coconut powder cannot be substituted for each other as their composition differs slightly. While coconut flour is finely milled and has all of the fats and liquid removed, coconut powder contains the fats and sugars found in coconuts and is generally used a substitute for regular milk powder.

Is powdered coconut good for you? ›

Coconut powder is loaded with several minerals, including potassium and calcium. Along with that, it's also rich in antioxidants, amino acids, and vitamins, including vitamin C, vitamin B1, thiamin, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, and vitamin E. Other benefits also include: Consume Healthy Saturated Fats.

Which is better desiccated or shredded coconut? ›

Dried Coconut: Desiccated, Shaved, Flaked and Shredded

This is the best option for baking into slices, cakes and biscuits. On the other hand, shredded coconut is a little more coarsely grated, with longer strands, and a bit of a higher moisture content.

Can I use shredded coconut instead of desiccated? ›

I often use shredded coconut and desiccated coconut interchangeably when I am baking, making desserts, curries or coconut recipes. Shredded coconut is a larger fiber so you may want to pulse it in a food processor to make it finer to become more like desiccated coconut if needed.

What is the difference between shredded and desiccated coconut? ›

Desiccated coconut is ground, rather than shredded. The fine texture looks almost like a fresh snowfall. The main difference between desiccated coconut and flaked or shredded coconut is that the moisture has been removed. Like shredded coconut, use desiccated coconut for decoration.

What is Mexican coconut candy made of? ›

Also known as dulce de coco or croquimol, this popular Mexican candy is made of shredded coconut cooked with white or brown sugar, or piloncillo. Depending on the region, ingredients vary. Some may include milk, coconut water, egg yolks, rum, pineapple pulp, vanilla, nuts, raisins or cinnamon.

What are the little balls in coconut oil? ›

Also, when the oil is right around 76°F, there can be some strange looking things going on such as clumps or little white balls. We even had a customer call in recently claiming that there were maggots floating in his new jar of coconut oil. Rest assured, such pieces are just bits of coconut oil not fully melted.

Is the white stuff in a coconut meat? ›

Coconut meat is the white flesh of coconuts and is edible fresh or dried. Rich in fiber and MCTs, it may offer a number of benefits, including improved heart health, weight loss, and digestion. Yet, it's high in calories and saturated fat, so you should eat it in moderation.

What is the stuff inside a coconut? ›

The coconut fruit consists of 38% shell, 10% water, and 52% coconut flesh — also called coconut meat ( 1 ). Both coconut water and coconut milk come from the edible part of the fruit, called the endosperm tissue ( 2 ). However, they're two very different coconut byproducts.

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Saturnina Altenwerth DVM

Last Updated:

Views: 5563

Rating: 4.3 / 5 (64 voted)

Reviews: 87% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Saturnina Altenwerth DVM

Birthday: 1992-08-21

Address: Apt. 237 662 Haag Mills, East Verenaport, MO 57071-5493

Phone: +331850833384

Job: District Real-Estate Architect

Hobby: Skateboarding, Taxidermy, Air sports, Painting, Knife making, Letterboxing, Inline skating

Introduction: My name is Saturnina Altenwerth DVM, I am a witty, perfect, combative, beautiful, determined, fancy, determined person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.