Description
Irresistible chocolate coconut balls bring tropical sweetness and rich indulgence to dessert lovers. Sweet chocolate and coconut combine in perfect harmony, creating a delightful treat you can savor with pure pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
Sweeteners:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp water (optional)
Instructions
- Combine shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl, ensuring all dry ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Warm coconut oil until fully liquefied, then add honey, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and uniform.
- Pour liquid sweetener blend into the dry ingredient mixture, using a spatula to fold and mix until a cohesive, slightly sticky dough forms. Add water if the mixture seems too crumbly.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes to allow it to firm up and become easier to handle.
- Remove from refrigerator and use clean hands to roll the mixture into compact, uniform balls, applying gentle pressure to ensure they hold together.
- For a refined finish, optionally roll the balls in additional cocoa powder or shredded coconut to create a decorative exterior coating.
- Place chocolate coconut balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set and enhance their texture.
- Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, allowing them to maintain their shape and rich flavor profile.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting honey or maple syrup amounts to suit personal taste preferences and dietary needs.
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better dough consistency.
- Experiment with add-ins like chopped nuts, chia seeds, or protein powder to boost nutritional value and create interesting texture variations.
- Roll balls while mixture is slightly chilled to prevent sticking and make shaping easier, resulting in more uniform and professional-looking treats.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg