Description
Chocolate coconut balls merge rich cocoa with tropical sweetness, creating a delightful no-bake treat. Creamy chocolate and shredded coconut combine in perfect harmony, offering a quick dessert that satisfies sweet cravings with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Base:
- 2 cups cocoa powder
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
Coconut Components:
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
- 3 tbsp coconut milk
Binding and Sweetening:
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a double boiler, stirring continuously until smooth and glossy, creating a rich chocolate base.
- Remove chocolate mixture from heat and vigorously whisk in cocoa powder until fully incorporated, ensuring no lumps remain.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, coconut cream, and coconut milk, blending until a consistent, slightly sticky texture forms.
- Introduce honey, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to the coconut mixture, folding gently to distribute sweeteners evenly throughout.
- Gradually integrate the chocolate base into the coconut blend, mixing thoroughly to create a unified, dense confection that holds its shape.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes, allowing it to firm up slightly and become more manageable for shaping.
- Using clean hands or a small scoop, roll the chilled mixture into uniform bite-sized spheres, applying gentle pressure to compact the ingredients.
- Optional: Roll finished balls in additional shredded coconut for extra texture and visual appeal.
- Transfer chocolate coconut balls to an airtight container and chill for at least 1 hour to set completely, developing a firm yet creamy consistency.
- Serve directly from the refrigerator for optimal texture and flavor preservation.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate chips for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Allow the chocolate to cool slightly before mixing with coconut ingredients to prevent potential separation or graininess.
- For a vegan version, swap honey with agave nectar or maple syrup and ensure all ingredients are plant-based certified.
- Adjust sweetness levels by experimenting with different honey or maple syrup quantities to suit personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg