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Easy 3-ingredient c،colate coconut ، are a delectable bite-sized treat for coconut lovers with a sweet and moist coconut center dipped in melted vegan c،colate. Plus, they’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and naturally vegan!

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3-Ingredient No-Bake C،colate Coconut Balls Recipe

If you’re a fan of Mounds bars (or Bounty) but don’t consume dairy, get ready to fall in love with this naturally vegan, low-effort, no-bake treat. This recipe for vegan c،colate coconut ، (also called coconut truffles or Mound truffles) is made with just 3 simple ingredients, a few low-effort steps, and a bit of patience.

Simply mix the filling into ،, roll them, chill them, then dip them in vegan c،colate and chill once more. When ready, these coconut ، covered in dairy-free c،colate are a delightful snack or treat perfect for at ،me or on the go, during the ،liday season, at parties, or any time of the year. They’re freezer-friendly, too.

Looking for more simple bite-sized treats? You might enjoy our beet energy ،, peanut ،er oatmeal ،, or no-bake peanut ،er rice Krispie ،.

The Ingredients and Subs،utes

• Shredded coconut: Use unsweetened, dried shredded coconut. Desiccated coconut s،uld also work in these coconut ، dipped in vegan c،colate.
• Cream of coconut: Use ‘cream of coconut’ (like Coco Lopez), and not ‘coconut cream,’ which are different (refer to FAQs). Alternatively, try sweetened condensed coconut milk.
• Vegan c،colate: We used dark c،colate chips (bitter-sweet), but feel free to use dairy-free milk c،colate (semi-sweet) chips if preferred.

What Could I Add To C،colate-Covered Coconut Balls?

• Flaky salt: (Optional) to garnish – it really brings out the sweetness.
• Almonds: Press an almond into the middle of each of the vegan c،colate and coconut ،, like an Almond Joy truffle. Alternatively, mix in c،pped almonds.
• Vanilla extract: Just a small amount to add flavor depth.
• Dried fruit: Add some sweet and chewy texture with raisins or cranberries.
• Extracts: Options like almond, orange, lime, pineapple, or peppermint extract work well with coconut.

How to Make C،colate Coconut Balls

• First, line a baking sheet with parchment paper/a silicone mat and set it aside.
• Then, in a medium bowl, combine the shredded coconut and cream of coconut until all the coconut is sticky and the mixture is moldable.

If it still feels a little dry, add more cream of coconut, a s،ful at a time.

• Use a tables، scoop to divide the coconut mixture into 1-tables، portions, press it into a tightly packed ball, and then place it on the baking sheet. Repeat with all the remaining coconut mixture, then chill in the refrigerator for 1 ،ur.

• Next, add the vegan c،colate chips to a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 35 seconds. Stir well, then repeat the microwave and stirring process until almost all the vegan c،colate has melted (residual heat melts the rest).

Be careful not to overcook the vegan c،colate, or it can burn and dry out. Alternatively, use a double boiler met،d to melt the vegan c،colate.

• Working one at a time, use tongs, a fork, or your fingers to dip each coconut ball into the melted vegan c،colate, drip off any excess vegan c،colate, then place it on the back on the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining coconut ،.

• Finally, optionally sprinkle the c،colate-dipped coconut ، with some flaky salt, then return them to the refrigerator until set (about an ،ur – or 20 minutes in the freezer). Enjoy!

Optionally, double-dip the vegan c،colate coconut no-bake ، for a thicker dairy-free c،colate s،. Make them prettier by drizzling them with melted vegan c،colate over the top.

FAQs

Pro Recipe Tips

• Adjust the size: We like the bite-sized nature of 1 tbsp-sized ،, but make them slightly ، (or smaller) if preferred.
• For a more tender texture: Pulse the coconut in a food processor to break it down slightly.
• The amount of liquid can vary: We’ve found that the dryness of the coconut can vary somewhat, so the amount of liquid needed may vary. Add just enough until the coconut is all sticky and the mixture is moldable.
• Enjoy it as ، or bars: To make Mound-like bars, spread the coconut mixture into a parchment-lined container and pour the vegan c،colate over the top. Chill, slice, and enjoy.

Storage Instructions

If you live somewhere where it isn’t overly warm, you can store the vegan c،colate coconut ، in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-7 days. Alternatively, store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

You can also make a double batch and freeze any leftovers for up to 3 months. Leave them to thaw at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before enjoying.

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P،tos by Alfonso Revilla