Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites

I'm so excited to share one of the easiest treats I've made in years. These chocolate coconut candy bites are exactly what they sound like: a soft, sweet coconut center dipped in rich chocolate, no baking required.

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• Why You Will Like This Coconut Candy Recipe
• Ingredients For Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites
• Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites
• How To Make These Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites
• Storage And Reheating
• Tips And Variations For Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites
• Frequently Asked Questions
• A Few Final Thoughts
• Recipes You May Like

Sarah found the first batch cooling in the freezer last winter and asked if she could help "roll the balls" for the next round. That was it. This became one of our go to treats for holidays, lunchbox surprises, and honestly, any random Tuesday when I want something sweet without turning on the oven.

If you love easy no bake sweets, you'll probably also like this fudgy peanut butter brownie recipe, which has that same rich chocolate and creamy filling combo going on.

Why You Will Like This Coconut Candy Recipe

This little candy checks a lot of boxes for a home cook like me. Here's what makes it worth adding to your rotation.

• Only six ingredients, and you probably have most of them already
• No oven, no stovetop, just a microwave and a freezer
• Naturally gluten free and dairy free, which is great for school parties
• The coconut filling is soft and chewy, and the chocolate shell adds a nice snap
• Kids can help roll and dip, so it's a fun one to make together
• Keeps well in the fridge, so you can make a batch ahead of time

Alex, who is usually not a huge fan of coconut, ate four of these in one sitting the first time I made them. That told me everything I needed to know.

Ingredients For Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites

Here's everything you'll need. I've split it into the filling and the coating so it's easy to follow.

For the coconut filling:

• 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 2 and a half tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 and a half tablespoons maple syrup

For the chocolate coating:

• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼ cup coconut oil, unrefined if you can find it
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

A quick note on substitutions. If you don't have unsweetened shredded coconut, sweetened will work too, just know the candy will be a bit sweeter overall. I've also swapped honey for maple syrup when I ran out, and it turned out fine.

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How To Make These Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites

The process is simple, but I'll break it into a few steps so nothing gets confusing.

Making The Coconut Filling

Spoon the coconut oil into a bowl and melt it in the microwave. This only takes about 10 seconds, so keep an eye on it.

Stir in the maple syrup and shredded coconut until everything is combined. Use your hands to roll the mixture into small, one inch balls.

Place the balls on a plate or tray lined with parchment paper. Pop the tray into the freezer for about an hour, until the candy is completely firm.

Making The Chocolate Coating

While the candy chills, you can get the coating ready. Place the coconut oil in a bowl and melt it in the microwave, again around 10 seconds.

Stir in the maple syrup and cocoa powder until smooth. Set a wire rack over a piece of wax paper so any extra chocolate has somewhere to drip.

Dipping The Candy

Once the coconut balls are frozen solid, it's time to dip. Take one at a time and reshape it in your hands if it's lost its round shape.

Use a fork to lower it into the chocolate coating, lift it out, then dip it a second time for a fuller coating. Set it on the wire rack to let the extra chocolate drip off.

Repeat with the rest of the candy, then move the whole batch to the fridge until the chocolate sets.

Storage And Reheating

These candies keep best in the fridge, stored in an airtight container. They'll stay good for about a week, though ours never last that long.

You don't need to reheat these at all, they're meant to be eaten cold or at room temperature. If you want a softer bite, let them sit out for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

For longer storage, you can freeze them in a sealed container for up to two months. Just thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

Tips And Variations For Chocolate Coconut Candy Bites

Here's the thing about this recipe, once you make it once, you'll start coming up with your own twists. A few things I've tried and loved.

• Add a pinch of sea salt on top of each candy right after dipping
• Roll the balls in extra shredded coconut before the chocolate sets for a double coconut effect
• Swap in almond butter for a slightly different filling
• Have you thought about adding a few chopped nuts into the coconut mixture for crunch

One thing to watch for is letting the candy get too soft before dipping. If it starts to lose shape in your hands, pop it back in the freezer for 5 minutes. I learned this the hard way when my first batch turned into a chocolate covered mess on the wire rack.

If you're a fan of coconut desserts, this coconut sunflower seed cookie recipe is another one worth trying.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do chocolate coconut candy bites last?

Stored in the fridge in an airtight container, they'll stay fresh for about a week. I've had a batch last closer to ten days and they still tasted great.

Can I freeze chocolate coconut candy bites?

Yes, and I do this often when I make a double batch. Freeze them in a sealed container for up to two months, then thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

Why is my chocolate coating too thin?

This usually happens if the coconut oil to cocoa powder ratio gets a little off, or if the coating warms up too much while you're dipping. Try working in smaller batches and keeping the bowl cool.

Can I use sweetened shredded coconut instead?

You can. The candy will taste a bit sweeter, so if you go this route, I'd hold back slightly on the maple syrup in the filling.

A Few Final Thoughts

This recipe has become one of those things I make without even thinking twice. It's quick, it's simple, and it gives you that homemade chocolate and coconut combo that store bought candy just can't match.

Sarah still asks for these more than almost anything else I make, and honestly, so do I. If you try them, let me know how they turn out for you. Happy cooking!

Recipes You May Like

• Fudgy Buckeye Brownies With Creamy Peanut Butter Filling — another rich, no fuss chocolate treat with a creamy filling.
• Decadent Chocolate Caramel Cookies You'll Crave Daily — perfect if you want more chocolate desserts in your rotation.
• Coconut Sunflower Seed Cookies — a great pick for anyone who loves the taste of coconut as much as we do.