Description
No Bake Coconut Cream Balls are a delightful holiday treat made with creamy cream cheese, sweet powdered sugar, and shredded coconut, all coated in a smooth layer of chocolate. Perfect for holiday parties or as a gift!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 12 oz bag melting chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Make the Coconut Cream Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well. Stir in the shredded coconut and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Shape the Coconut Cream Balls: Dust your hands with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Roll the coconut mixture into balls and place them on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 1 hour.
- Prepare the Chocolate Coating: Melt the chocolate chips according to the package instructions, either in the microwave or over low heat on the stovetop.
- Dip the Coconut Balls in Chocolate: Using a fork, coat each coconut ball in the melted chocolate, then place them back on the baking sheet.
- Set the Chocolate: Chill the chocolate-coated balls in the refrigerator for 5-10 minutes until the chocolate is fully set.
- Serve and Store: Serve immediately or store the coconut cream balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For added texture, you can roll the coconut balls in crushed nuts or additional shredded coconut after dipping them in chocolate.
- These balls are best stored in the refrigerator and will stay fresh for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake recipe)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 coconut cream ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg