Serving up this sweet treat, No-Bake Coconut Cream Balls are a simple but decadent dessert that combines a rich coconut filling with a dark chocolate exterior. These little delights, which are perfect for holiday platters or whenever you want a sweet little something in your mouth, are easy to make and impossible to resist.

Why You’ll Love Them!

Easy, no-bake recipe: A great solution for hot days or when you don’t want to turn on the oven.

Creamy Coconut Flavor: The cream cheese filling mixed with shredded coconut provides such a creamy decadent flavor and texture.

Basic ingredients: These treats come quickly with just five simple ingredients.

Gift-Worthy: Pack these coconut cream balls in a lovely box, and they are a great homemade gift.

Make A Batch And Freeze Them: So you always have one available when you want a quick, sweet treat.

Key Ingredients:

Cream Cheese

Delivers Creaminess: Cream cheese provides these treats with a rich, smooth base that goes so well with coconut.

Room Temperature: Ensure the cream cheese is softened so it mixes easily.

Full-Fat Option: Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture, but reduced-fat will also work if you prefer.

Butter

Boosts Flavor: While it may seem like a small addition, butter imparts a rich flavor that enhances the dish.

Softened Butter: Using room-temperature butter makes it easier to incorporate into the cream cheese mixture, resulting in a smooth filling.

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Powdered Sugar

Sweetens and Thickens: Powdered sugar sweetens the mixture and, at the same time, it gives it a thick, slightly tacky texture that helps it hold its shape when its chilled.

Alternative Sweeteners: For a different texture and a lower sugar content, replace some of the powdered sugar with finely ground coconut flour.

Shredded Coconut

Adds Texture and Flavor: Shredded coconut adds chewy texture and coconut flavor to the balls.

Sweetened or Unsweetened: Sweetened shredded coconut lends more sweetness, unsweetened coconut keeps the treats less sweet.

Melting Chocolate Chips

Creates a Smooth Coating: Melted chocolate chips create a very shiny coating that’s easy to handle.

Protective Coatings: You can also use dark chocolate, white chocolate, or even milk chocolate if needed.

Tempered Chocolate: For a shinier, smoother finish that won’t melt as easily at room temp, temper the chocolate before dipping.

Ingredients list with quantities and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom

Step-by-Step Instructions:

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Line a baking sheet: Place parchment paper on a baking sheet to catch the coconut cream balls as they chill.

Step 2: Prepare the Coconut Cream Mixture

Cream the Base: Using a hand mixer, beat softened cream cheese and butter in a medium bowl until smooth.

Mix In Powdered Sugar: Slowly add powdered sugar until the consistency is thick and sticky.

Include Shredded Coconut: Add the shredded coconut and mix well.

Chill: Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour to firm it up.

Step 3: Form the Coconut Cream Balls

Dust Your Hands: With powdered sugar, lightly dust your hands to avoid sticking.

Shape Balls: Either roll the mixture into balls (bite-sized) or shape the mixture into an egg.

Freeze Arrange the shaped balls on the parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until firm, about 1 hour.

Step 4: Make chocolate coating

Melt chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate chips on high power for 30 seconds, then stir, repeating until melted. Alternatively, gently melt chocolate over a double boiler.

Step 5: Coat the Chocolate Bars in Coconut

Coat the Balls: Dip frozen coconut ball into melted chocolate, coating it entirely with help of a fork.

Transfer to Baking Sheet: Return the coated ball to the parchment-lined sheet, and repeat for the rest.

Step 6: Set the Chocolate

Chill to Set: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated balls for 5-10 minutes until the chocolate has set.

Step 7: Serve and Store

Serve: Once set, place the coconut balls on a plate for serving.

Store: Any extras should be kept in an airtight container in the fridge. You just eat them frigid or at room temperature!”

Serving Suggestions:

No-Bake Coconut Cream Balls are an amazing recipe to have in your file. Here are a few ideas for serving:

Garnish with Toppings: Before the chocolate sets, sprinkle a little shredded coconut or sea salt on top for a decorative touch.

Accompany with a Coffee or Tea: These amazing sweets are delightful when served along with a steaming tea or coffee.

Use: Reload the dessert tray: I like to serve them on a dessert tray with other no-bake desserts such as these chocolate truffles or fudge.

Gift-Worthy Packaging: These treats can be simply placed in a decorative box lined with parchment paper and then gifted as a thoughtful homemade gift.

Storage and Make-Ahead Tips:

These coconut cream balls are great for making ahead and keeping:

Refrigerate: Store chilled in an airtight container up to 1 week.

Freezing: Freeze the coconut balls (uncoated or coated with chocolate) in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

Make-Ahead: The coconut mixture can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Store in the refrigerator until ready to roll and dip.

Variations to Try:

Put a twist on these Coconut Cream Balls with these fun variations:

Almond Joy-Inspired: For an Almond Joy-inspired treat, press an almond into the center of each ball before freezing.

Dark Chocolate Coconut Balls: Swap out the milk chocolate for dark chocolate to make it so dark.

Lemon Coconut Balls: Mix in a teaspoon of lemon zest for bright, citrusy flavor.

Mint Chocolate Coconut Balls: Add a drop or two of peppermint extract to the chocolate coating for a minty twist.

Toasted Coconut Topping: While the chocolate coating is still setting, sprinkle a handful of toasted coconut on top for added flavor and crunch.

Conclusion:

No-Bake Coconut Cream Balls: An Easy Creamy Dessert Treat With a creamy coconut filling and decadent chocolate coating, they’ll win over even the most discerning sweet tooth. Simple, elegant and crowd-pleasing, this recipe is one you’ll be eager to make over and over. Enjoy every decadent bite!