Description
These Dark Chocolate Coconut Balls are a delicious, no-bake treat combining creamy almond butter, shredded coconut, and rich dark chocolate. Perfect as a healthy snack or dessert, they are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and ready in just a few minutes with no cooking required.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut (for topping)
Instructions
- Mix the base: In a mixing bowl, combine almond butter, 1/2 cup shredded coconut, and maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well blended and sticky enough to form balls.
- Form the balls: Using your hands, roll the almond butter mixture into 12 evenly sized balls, approximately one tablespoon each. Place them on a sheet pan or plate lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze the balls: Put the formed coconut balls into the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up and make them easier to coat with chocolate.
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the dark chocolate chips in the microwave for 1 minute. Stir chocolate to melt completely, and if needed, microwave for an additional 20 seconds until smooth.
- Coat the balls: Dip each coconut ball into the melted dark chocolate, ensuring it is fully covered, then place it back onto parchment paper.
- Add coconut topping: Immediately sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon shredded coconut on top of the coated balls to add texture and decoration.
- Freeze before serving: Return the chocolate-coated balls to the freezer for 15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set properly.
- Store and serve: Keep the coconut balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Enjoy chilled for best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or cashew butter if preferred.
- Maple syrup can be replaced with agave or honey to adjust sweetness.
- Ensure the shredded coconut used is unsweetened for better control over sugar content.
- These treats can be kept in the freezer for longer storage but let them soften slightly before eating.
