Delicious homemade Chocolate Coconut Truffles made from scratch. These gorgeous coconut truffles are made with sweetened condensed milk and dipped in smooth milk chocolate.
You’re just five ingredients away from these 👆🏻
Chocolate Coconut Truffles that are perfect for sharing. These bite-sized treats are completely no bake, come together in minutes, and are gluten free.
Sweet coconut dipped in smooth chocolate = completely irresistible.
I ate so many of these Chocolate Coconut Truffles. I guess that’s the danger of making something delicious and bite-sized. You always want to reach for just. one. more.
You guys know that I love – and I know you love – an easy recipe that uses only a handful of ingredients. Those recipes are the kind that rescue you when you only have a short amount of time or just a few ingredients in the pantry.
But these easy Chocolate Coconut Truffles are in no way, shape or form lacking taste. Instead, they are absolutely PACKED with flavour.
A little icing sugar and condensed milk make the coconut soft and sweet, and once you add a smooth coating of chocolate – well then you’ve got the perfect truffle.
How to make chocolate coconut truffles
All you need is a bowl and spoon to make these truffles – no special equipment required. First, you add the shredded coconut into a large bowl. Add the sugar and the condensed milk and give it a good stir.
It might seem a little dry at first, but keep mixing and mixing, until the coconut is evenly coated. If it’s a little wet, add a few extra tablespoons of coconut.
What you’ll end up with is a sticky mixture, but you should be able to roll it into balls using your hands. I like to grab a heaped teaspoon of the mixture, and squeeze it tight in my hand, to pull it together, and then roll it smooth.
Once you have rolled all the coconut mixture into balls, you can pop them into the fridge for at least 1 hour to set. The longer you leave them in the fridge, the easier they will be to dip in chocolate.
How to dip truffles in chocolate
I don’t think there is any magic formula to dipping truffles – it’s a messy task. But for me, I find it easier if the truffles are cold. I also use a regular block of chocolate instead of melting chocolate, as I find it tends to set too quickly and seize more easily.
I simply use a fork to lift the truffles out of the chocolate, tapping the fork on the side of the bowl to shake off any excess chocolate. Then simply place the truffles on a baking tray lined with baking or parchment paper to set.
How to store coconut truffles
Store these truffles in an airtight container in the fridge.
Can you freeze coconut truffles?
Yes.
More truffle recipes to try:
- Salted caramel truffles
- White chocolate truffles
- Oreo cheesecake truffles
- Nutella hazelnut chocolate truffles
- Chocolate cherry coconut truffles
- Dark chocolate ganache truffles
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Let's Bake
Chocolate Coconut Truffles
No bake Chocolate Coconut Truffles made from scratch.
Ingredients
- 210 grams (3 and 1/2 cups) shredded coconut
- 60 grams (1/2 cup) icing or powdered sugar
- 240 ml (1 cup) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 300 grams (2 cups) good quality milk or dark chocolate*
Instructions
- Line a large baking tray with baking or parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, add coconut, sugar, condensed milk and vanilla and mix well.
- Scoop heaped teaspoons of the coconut mixture and roll into balls using your hands and place onto your prepared tray – its ok if they’re a bit sticky. If the mixture is too wet to roll, add a tablespoon or two more coconut. Once you have rolled all your coconut into balls, place into the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Add chocolate to a heatproof bowl and heat in the microwave until melted and smooth. Dip the truffles, one at a time, into the melted chocolate, and use a fork to gently lift the truffles out and place on prepare tray.
- Sprinkle a little extra coconut on top of each truffle. Place truffles back in the fridge to set for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
If you want to make these gluten free, make sure you use gluten free chocolate.
Nutrition Information
This recipe was first posted on Sweetest Menu in October 2015.
Mary Ann says
I LOVE anything chocolate and coconut Jess! These look just perfect!
Jessica Holmes says
Thank you Mary Ann!
Kathy says
I love coconut and I LOVE chocolate so I think this recipe may have been made just for me!
Jessica Holmes says
Aw I hope you get to try it Kathy!
Lynn @ Fresh April Flours says
Yes, coconut and chocolate always win in my book. Almond Joys are one of my favorite candies! I ate so many yesterday, hahaha. These sound delightful!
Jessica Holmes says
Mine too Lynn! Oh Almond Joys are the best!
Fida says
These look heavenly, can’t wait to treat myself to some of these! Pinning!
Jessica Holmes says
Oh I hope you get to try them Fida! Thanks for pinning!
Amanda says
I love how fancy these look, but they seem so simple to put together. I love that kind of recipe!
Jessica Holmes says
So simple, I love that sort of recipe too Amanda! 😉
A Taste of Madness says
What a gorgeous dessert! Chocolate and coconut is one of my favorite combos!
Jessica Holmes says
Mine too Cathleen!
Kelley says
These truffles look fantastic!! I’ll take 5 please!
Jessica Holmes says
I’ll send you them right away Kelly! 😉
Lucy says
Ooh I made these a few months ago and LOVED them!! Must make another batch! Bounty’s are one of my faves! Thanks so much for linking up with Fabulous Foodie Fridays. xx
Jessica Holmes says
Oh did you! They are so good right? Thank YOU for hosting! 🙂
Marsha says
These look so perfect and delicious! They’re like little bites of Bounty, yum!!
Jessica Holmes says
Yes! Thanks Marsha! 🙂
Amy says
Firstly, toasting coconut is theeee best smell to fill the house – after baking chocolate chip cookies of course 😉
Secondly, Bounty Bars are in my top 5 chocolate bars and they always make me think of my Dad. He would bring them home after a long day at work and we would share them after dinner 🙂
Now I can make them for him! I love how easy these are, and they are absolutely perfect for the upcoming holiday season!
Jessica Holmes says
Yes! I totally agree Amy! I think your dad would love them 😉
Sues says
These are perfect little bites for the holidays… I love coconut!
Jessica Holmes says
Me too Sues!
Annie says
Almond joy truffles!?
And I don’t even have to go through the terrible trouble of unwrapping a candy bar? That is my kind of dessert. Choco-coconut forever!
Jessica Holmes says
Hahaha that’s right! Plus you get 20 of them – winning! Thanks annie! 🙂
Medeja says
Yummy! They look even better than Bounty bars that I adore 😀
Jessica Holmes says
Wow thank you Medeja – I love bountys too! 🙂
Beeta says
Wow, only 5 ingredients? Heck yes! You’re right – these would make wonderful holiday gifts!! I love how simple and elegant they are. Plus flavor-wise, chocolate and coconut is a combo that you can never go wrong with! Love!!
Jessica Holmes says
Thanks Beeta! Your are so right! Chocolate + coconut are a perfect match! 🙂
Nicole says
These little bites of heaven look perfect for the holidays or let’s be real, at midnight when a chocolate craving strikes.
Jessica Holmes says
Amen to that! 🙂