Mrs Truman's Coconut Balls

Indulge in the timeless charm of **Mrs. Truman's Coconut Balls**, a no-bake treat that blends rich, tropical flavors with a luscious chocolate coating. This easy-to-make recipe features sweetened shredded coconut, creamy condensed milk, and a hint of vanilla rolled into bite-sized delights, then dipped in silky melted chocolate for an irresistible finish. Perfect for holidays, gift-giving, or satisfying your sweet tooth, these bite-sized confections require just 20 minutes of prep and a little patience as they chill to perfection. With its simplicity and classic flavor profile, this recipe is a must-try for any coconut and chocolate lover looking to create a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
• 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil or vegetable shortening

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture forms a sticky, cohesive dough.

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 3

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, scoop portions of the coconut mixture and roll them into small balls with your hands. Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheet. If the mixture is too sticky, dampen your hands slightly with water to make rolling easier.

Step 4

Once all the coconut balls are formed, refrigerate the baking sheet for 30-60 minutes to allow the balls to firm up.

Step 5

While the coconut balls are chilling, prepare the chocolate coating. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil (or vegetable shortening) together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely smooth. Alternatively, melt the chocolate using a double boiler.

Step 6

Remove the coconut balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork or skewer, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the coated ball back onto the parchment paper.

Step 7

Repeat this process until all the coconut balls are coated in chocolate.

Step 8

Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature or speed up the process by refrigerating the coated balls for 15-20 minutes.

Step 9

Once the chocolate has hardened, transfer the coconut balls to an airtight container. These can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your homemade Mrs. Truman's Coconut Balls!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1067.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4398.3

Total Fat 211.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 153.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 134.9mg	0%
Sodium 1091.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 647.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.7g	0%
Total Sugars 546.5g
Protein 63.1g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1164.4mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1843.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 54.6%