Description
Coconut Cookie Balls with Chocolate Centers are a delightful fusion of tropical coconut and rich chocolate. These bite-sized treats are easy to make, perfect for any occasion, and guaranteed to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth. Each soft, chewy ball reveals a luscious chocolate center that creates an irresistible combination of flavor and texture. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or enjoying a cozy night in, these cookie balls are sure to bring joy with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until sticky but manageable.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Take small portions of the chilled coconut mixture, flatten them in your palm, add a teaspoon of melted chocolate in the center, then roll into balls.
- Dust each cookie ball lightly with powdered sugar before placing them on parchment paper to set for about 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie ball (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg