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    Coconut Balls

    Published: Dec 9, 2021 · Modified: Aug 9, 2022 by Daniela Apostol · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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    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. 

    Close-up shoot of coconut balls

    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?

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    • How to decorate the coconut truffles
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    A pile of coconut truffles on a white bowl

    How to make coconut balls

    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.

    Collage of 5 photos to show how to make coconut balls

    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

    Close-up shoot of coconut truffles

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    Coconut Balls
    Prep Time
    15 mins
    Total Time
    15 mins
     

    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. 

    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: International
    Keyword: bite-size treats
    Servings: 16 balls
    Calories: 212 kcal
    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
    1. In a large bowl, add the desiccated coconut, soften butter and condensed milk.

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

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

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

    5. 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.

    6. 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.

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

    8. Refrigerate, then enjoy!

    Recipe 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 Facts
    Coconut Balls
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 212 Calories from Fat 144
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 16g25%
    Saturated Fat 11g55%
    Trans Fat 1g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 3g
    Cholesterol 5mg2%
    Sodium 52mg2%
    Potassium 196mg6%
    Carbohydrates 15g5%
    Fiber 3g12%
    Sugar 10g11%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 150IU3%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 48mg5%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. Ilona @ Ilona's Passion

      April 02, 2016 at 9:46 pm

      These truffles look so delicious! I want to make them so badly. Pinning!

      Reply
      • Daniela Apostol

        April 02, 2016 at 10:53 pm

        Thank you very much, appreciated ?

        Reply
    2. Chris

      April 02, 2016 at 11:00 pm

      Coconut and cocoa are great tastes for truffles!

      Reply
      • Daniela Apostol

        April 04, 2016 at 8:56 pm

        Many thanks, Chris!

        Reply
    3. Lynz Real Cooking

      April 04, 2016 at 8:21 pm

      Looks so lovely!

      Reply
      • Daniela Apostol

        April 04, 2016 at 8:55 pm

        Thank you ?

        Reply
    4. Millie Thom

      April 05, 2016 at 8:49 pm

      Decadent seems to be the right word for these. The look and sound so gorgeous.

      Reply
      • Daniela Apostol

        April 06, 2016 at 6:33 pm

        Thank you, Millie! Glad you like them!

        Reply
    5. Agatha

      June 23, 2020 at 5:38 pm

      These were fantastic, fancy looking and so easy to make. I literally used ingredients in my pantry and it was perfect for a summertime dessert. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Daniela Apostol

        June 26, 2020 at 6:15 am

        I am glad you enjoyed the recipe!

        Reply
    6. Melissa

      June 08, 2021 at 2:57 pm

      Hi, are these okay to go back in the fridge once the cocoa powder is on?

      Reply
      • Daniela Apostol

        June 08, 2021 at 3:03 pm

        Hi! Yes, that’s ok.

        Reply
    7. nita m iddings

      December 02, 2021 at 10:42 am

      hi, is there any other coating you can use instead of coco powder?

      Reply
      • Daniela Apostol

        December 02, 2021 at 3:10 pm

        Hi! Yes! Melted chocolate works very well too, any kind.

        Reply

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