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    No Bake Coconut Balls (2-ingredients)

    Published: Oct 15, 2021 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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    No bake coconut balls can be made with only 2 ingredients! A super simple dessert that is full of delicious coconut flavor.

    Plate with dessert balls.

    It’s hard to believe these rich and delicious coconut truffles are made with just 2 simple ingredients. This dessert is fast and easy to make and perfect for a holiday or special occasion.

    If you are familiar with Raffaello balls, this sweet treat tastes very similar except it does not have the hazelnut center. They also taste similar to the inside of a Mounds bar.

    More coconut recipes:

    • Strawberry coconut bars
    • Orange poke cake with toasted coconut
    • Coconut spice cake

    Ingredients needed

    Shredded coconut – Use unsweetened, desiccated coconut. Desiccated is finely ground coconut, not the big shreds. Make use to use unsweetened coconut since the condensed milk is already very sweet.

    Sweetened condensed milk – This is a shelf stable product that can typically be found in the baking aisle at the grocery store. It’s thick and sweet and works to bind the coconut together in this recipe.

    Can of sweetened condensed milk and bowl of shredded coconut.

    How to make coconut balls

    Step one: Place coconut in a large bowl. Pour in sweetened condensed milk.

    Step two: Stir until combined. Roll the coconut mixture into small, 1-inch balls and then coat them with extra desiccated coconut.

    Step three: Place them on a sheet pan lined with wax paper. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.

    Bowl with shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk.

    Recipe tips

    • Lightly spray your hands with non-stick cooking spray before rolling the balls. This helps to prevent the mixture sticking to your hands.
    • Make sure to roll the balls in the extra coconut flakes right after rolling into balls so the coconut sticks.
    • Can these be made vegan? Yes, just replace the sweetened condensed milk with a vegan version.
    • These make a wonderful gift. Try wrapping them in a nice bag or tin for an edible gift for the holidays, birthdays, and more.
    Coconut ball with bite out of it.

    How to store

    Store the coconut balls with condensed milk in the refrigerator. They need to be kept in an airtight container. They will last for a couple of months if kept in the refrigerator.

    Recipe variations

    Chocolate – These can be dipped in melted chocolate for a chocolatey twist. Melt 1 cup of chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon of shortening. Dip the chilled coconut balls in the melted chocolate. Let rest on wax paper.

    Raffaello – To make these into homemade Raffaello balls, add a hazelnut or almond to the center of the balls.

    More easy dessert recipes

    • Potato candy
    • S’mores in the oven
    • Mint chocolate chip fudge

    If you tried this easy dessert recipe, let me know in the comments below. You can also follow Food Lovin’ Family for more recipes on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

    Plate of dessert balls with coconut.
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    Coconut Balls

    Delicious and easy coconut balls are made with only 2 ingredients! An easy dessert that is full of sweet coconut flavor.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Chill time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: coconut balls
    Servings: 24 balls
    Calories: 47kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups desiccated coconut unsweetened
    • 1 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk

    Instructions

    • Place coconut in a large bowl. Pour in sweetened condensed milk.
    • Stir until combined. Roll the coconut mixture into small, 1-inch balls and then coat them with extra desiccated coconut.
    • Place them on a sheet pan lined with wax paper. Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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