Description
These Creamy Coconut Candies are little bites of tropical joy—soft, chewy, and full of rich coconut flavor. Made with just a few pantry staples like sweetened condensed milk and butter, they come together quickly and chill into perfection. This doubled batch is perfect for gifting, snacking, or keeping stashed in the fridge for coconut cravings. Want to elevate them? Add a touch of vanilla or dip them in chocolate for a decadent twist.
Ingredients
28 oz sweetened condensed milk (2 cans)
1 tablespoon butter
8 tablespoons finely shredded coconut (plus more for rolling)
Optional twists:
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
Melted dark chocolate for dipping
Instructions
In a non-stick saucepan over medium-low heat, combine sweetened condensed milk and butter. Stir constantly until thickened, about 8–10 minutes.
Stir in shredded coconut and optional vanilla or salt if using. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until mixture pulls away from the sides.
Let cool slightly, then chill in the fridge for 30–40 minutes.
Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and coat in additional shredded coconut.
For a twist, dip some of the chilled balls in melted dark chocolate and let set on parchment.
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 90 / Candy
- Sugar: 11g / Candy
- Sodium: 25mg / Candy
- Fat: 4g / Candy
- Carbohydrates: 12g / Candy
- Protein: 1g / Candy