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Coconut Balls
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5 from 16 votes

Coconut Balls

These Coconut Balls are a delicious coconut candy treat. Rich chocolate-covered balls that make for a delicious dessert or holiday gift.  
Prep Time6 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Candy, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 88kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor or Blender
  • Parchment or Wax Paper
  • Baking Sheet
  • Small Cookie Scoop

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dark or semi sweet chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

  • Blend coconut, maple syrup, 2 tablespoon of coconut oil, vanilla and salt in a blender or food processor.
  • Once combined, roll into balls.
  • To ensure even portion sizes, use a small cookie scoop.
  • Place balls on parchment or wax paper lined baking sheet
  • Freeze for one hour.
  • After one hour, melt the dark chocolate (or semi sweet chocolate) and 1 teaspoon coconut oil on high for 1 minute.
  • Stir together. If chocolate is not fully melted, heat again for 30 seconds.
  • Remove balls from the freezer.
  • Using a fork, dip each ball in chocolate, scrape off the fork against the side of the bowl before placing coconut balls onto the prepared tray.
  • Let set at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg