Coconut Cookie Balls with Chocolate Centers
Coconut Cookie Balls with Chocolate Centers are a delightful blend of chewy coconut and rich chocolate, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. These no-bake cookie balls feature a creamy chocolate center wrapped in sweetened shredded coconut, offering a satisfying bite-sized indulgence. Perfect for parties, holidays, or as a special snack at home, they are easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress friends and family with these delectable desserts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for filling)
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until the mixture is sticky.
- Take about a tablespoon of the mixture and flatten it in your hand. Place a chocolate truffle in the center and roll it into a ball, ensuring the chocolate is fully enclosed.
- Place the cookie balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
- Melt 1 cup of dark chocolate chips with heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler. Drizzle over the chilled cookie balls.
- Return them to the refrigerator for another 10-15 minutes to set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie ball (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg