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Coconut Candy Recipe

4.34 from 3 votes
Serves: 32 candies
Close-up of coconut candy with a dark brown filling.
Prep: 15 minutes
Chilling Time: 20 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch kosher salt
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 cups flaked sweetened coconut
  • Melted dark or white chocolate for decorating, optional

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, vanilla, salt, powdered sugar, and flaked sweetened coconut until the mixture is well combined.
    Pouring melted butter into a bowl with powdered sugar and coconut for coconut candy.
  • Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and press down slightly in the center of each. If desired, decorate the coconut candies with a small dot of melted chocolate on top or drizzle lines of chocolate over them.
    Fluffy coconut macaroons on baking sheet with chocolate dip for healthy dessert recipes.
  • Place the candies in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm up.
    Coconut candies with chocolate centers on a baking sheet.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 91kcal (5%) Carbohydrates: 12g (4%) Protein: 0.3g (1%) Fat: 5g (8%) Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) Sodium: 23mg (1%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 10g (11%)

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.

Author: Amelia Mapstone
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:Universal
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