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    Home » Truffles & Candies

    No Bake Coconut Balls with Condensed Milk

    5 from 5 votes
    12 Comments

    Apr 21, 2022

    (updated Jul 7, 2024)

    by Kimberlee Ho

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    If you are a Mounds or Almond Joy lover, these Coconut Balls are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. This no bake recipe comes together with just a few simple ingredients. Chocolate coconut balls are made of coconut, sweetened condensed milk and almonds then dipped in dark chocolate making for the perfect sweet treat! Makes 24 coconut balls.

    Of course, you can skip the chocolate and almonds and serve these treats as delightful two-ingredient coconut truffles, too!

    Love truffles? Try my No-bake White Chocolate Truffles with Cream Cheese and No Bake Oreo balls.

    A fork holding a coconut ball over a bowl of chocolate and a spoon drizzling chocolate over it.

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    Why you’ll love this recipe

    This easy recipe will soon become one of your go-to recipes. Here are just a few reasons why:

    • this is a no bake dessert recipe that makes delicious treats everyone will love. You gotta try my Chocolatey Peanut Buttery No Bake Cookies, too!
    • made from basic ingredients including coconut and sweetened condensed milk which is a versatile ingredient - I use it in my Bread Pudding recipe too!
    • can be topped with almonds and/or decadent chocolate coating that's made from only two ingredients!
    A bowl full of chocolate covered no bake coconut balls with condensed milk

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    This great recipe only requires two ingredients to make basic coconut balls. Chocolate, however, makes for a great addition to this no bake coconut balls recipe, if you'd like.

    Here's a list of the handful of ingredients you may need, depending on your preferences, to make this easy dessert recipe:

    • Unsweetened flake coconut: This is also known as desiccated coconut. Do not substitute with sweetened shredded coconut or sweet coconut, as this will not work in this recipe.
    • Sweetened condensed milk: This can be found in the baking aisle typically. You'll need one 14 ounce can
    • Whole almonds: Be sure to use roasted and unsalted whole almonds for this recipe. This ingredient is optional
    • Dark chocolate: To make these delicious coconut balls into coconut chocolate balls, you'll need bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate chips or chocolate bar
    • Coconut oil: Refined or unrefined coconut oil may be used. Unrefined coconut oil has a stronger coconut flavor than does refined. The coconut oil helps make the chocolate thinner for a smoother finish when drizzled on the coconut balls
    No bake coconut balls with condensed milk, some covered in chocolate and others with an almond on top.

    How to make No Bake Coconut Balls

    Step 1

    Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside. This will be where you place the coconut balls to set up while the chocolate firms up

    Step 2

    In a large mixing bowl, add the coconut flakes and sweetened condensed milk. Stir together until well combined and the coconut is evenly coated

    Coconut pouring into a small glass bowl.
    Pour coconut into a bowl
    Condensed milk being poured into a glass bowl.
    Add condensed milk
    Hand stirring condensed milk and coconut together.
    Stir well

    Step 3

    Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop out the coconut mixture and squeeze together in your hands, making sure the mixture forms small balls of coconut that hold together. Roll between your palms until smooth. Roll in extra coconut, if desired.

    Repeat with remaining mixture, placing the coconut balls on the baking tray lined with waxed paper. Place in the fridge to chill 30-60 minutes. This will help the coconut balls hold together

    No bake coconut balls on a cutting board with almonds sprinkled in front of them.
    Scoop coconut mixture, squeeze together and roll to form a smooth ball

    Step 4

    Optional: In a small microwave-safe bowl or heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in 30-second increment, stirring well in between, until melted and smooth. A double boiler may be used instead

    Step 5

    Optional: Place a whole almond on top of each coconut ball, pressing gently into the top. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the coconut balls until evenly coated, if desired. Sprinkle the tops with more coconut, if desired

    No bake coconut balls with condensed milk with whole almonds sitting on top of the balls.
    Top with with a whole almond, if desired
    Coat with melted chocolate

    Step 6

    Place the coconut balls in the fridge or leave at room temperature about an hour until the chocolate sets

    Pro Tips 

    • Store the coconut balls in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
    • The best way to coat the coconut balls in chocolate is to hold a fork over a bowl, placing the coconut ball on the fork. Spoon the melted chocolate over the coconut ball until it's completely covered. Gently tap the fork on the side of the bowl to remove excess chocolate. Carefully place the coconut ball on the prepared baking sheet by nudging it off the fork with another fork or spoon
    No bake coconut balls with condensed milk with whole almonds sitting on top of the balls.

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    FAQs

    What are coconut balls made of?

    Coconut balls are made of flaked coconut, or desiccated coconut, and condensed milk.

    How do you make a chocolate ball?

    Choco balls are made by melting together dark chocolate and coconut oil until smooth. Spoon the melted chocolate over top of the coconut balls and allow the chocolate to set.

    How do you make no bake coconut balls vegan?

    Substitute the sweetened condensed milk for sweetened condensed oat milk or sweetened condensed coconut milk. These can both be found at Whole Foods or on Amazon.com. Substitute the chocolate for dairy-free vegan chocolate.

    Chocolate covered no bake coconut balls with condensed milk sitting in a bowl..

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    A fork holding a coconut ball over a bowl of chocolate and a spoon drizzling chocolate over it.

    No Bake Coconut Balls with Condensed Milk Recipe

    If you are a Mounds or Almond Joy lover, these Coconut Balls are for you. This no bake recipe comes together with just a few simple ingredients. Chocolate coconut balls are dipped in dark chocolate making for the perfect sweet treat! Makes 24.
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Chilling time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes
    Course: All Recipes, Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: almonds, coconut, coconut oil, no bake treats, raffaello, sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened coconut
    Servings: 24
    Calories: 189kcal
    Author: Kimberlee Ho
    US Customary - Metric

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups unsweetened flake coconut (desiccated coconut) plus more for rolling
    • 14 ounce sweetened condensed milk
    • whole almonds roasted and unsalted (optional)
    • 8 ounces dark chocolate semisweet or bittersweet (optional)
    • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (optional)
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside
    • In a large bowl, add the coconut and sweetened condensed milk. Stir together until well combined
      3 cups unsweetened flake coconut, 14 ounce sweetened condensed milk
    • Using a small ice cream scoop, scoop out the coconut mixture and squeeze together in your hands, making sure the mixture forms a ball. Roll between your palms until smooth. Roll in extra coconut, if desired. Repeat with remaining mixture, placing the coconut balls on the prepared baking tray. Place in the fridge to chill 30-60 minutes
    • Optional: In a small bowl, melt the chocolate and coconut oil together in the microwave in 30 second increments, stirring well in between, until melted and smooth
      8 ounces dark chocolate, 2 tablespoons coconut oil
    • Optional: Place a whole almond on top of each coconut ball, pressing gently into the top.
      whole almonds
    • Drizzle the melted chocolate over the coconut balls until evenly coated, if desired. Sprinkle the tops with more coconut, if desired
    • Place in the fridge or leave at room temperature about an hour or until the chocolate sets

    Notes

    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 187mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
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      Comments

    1. Wanda

      December 05, 2022 at 8:17 am

      5 stars
      Can these be placed the the freezer?

      Reply
      • Kimberlee Ho

        December 07, 2022 at 9:39 pm

        They should freeze well!

        Reply
      • Vicki

        December 09, 2024 at 1:08 am

        5 stars
        I made these today for our annual cookie exchange. Turn out perfectly. I made one batch with almonds in the center of the balls and another with a cherry in the center. I did add a tad bit of almond extract to the balls wrapped around the cherry.

        Reply
        • Kimberlee Ho

          December 14, 2024 at 1:15 pm

          Thank you so much for sharing, Vicki!!

          Reply
    2. Meshelle

      December 09, 2022 at 7:23 pm

      So recipe says 3 cups coconut plus more for rolling. But steps state to put 1 1/2 cups coconut in with milk. Is 3 cups with milk or 1 1/2?

      Reply
      • Kimberlee Ho

        December 09, 2022 at 7:31 pm

        It should say 3 cups coconut, not 1 1/2. Thanks for pointing out that error! My apologies!

        Reply
      • Suha

        July 02, 2023 at 4:26 pm

        How many balls this recipe renders, please.

        Reply
        • Kimberlee Ho

          July 14, 2023 at 1:31 pm

          Approximately 24.

          Reply
    3. Marie DaSilva

      December 05, 2023 at 1:01 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and delicious definitely added to my Christmas treat lists of cookies, fudge, and candies.

      Reply
      • Kimberlee Ho

        December 08, 2023 at 10:23 am

        Awesome! Happy Holidays ❄️!

        Reply
    4. Sue

      December 20, 2024 at 6:29 am

      5 stars
      Love these, so easy to make, looks and tastes lovely. Question, just post together some cookies tins for gifts with different kinds of cookies. Do these no bake coconut cream balls have to be refrigerated, do they keep at room temp?

      Reply
      • Kimberlee Ho

        January 02, 2025 at 10:58 am

        These should keep well at room temperature.

        Reply

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