Description
Tropical Pineapple Coconut Balls are a delightful treat that combines the creamy texture of coconut with the juicy sweetness of pineapple. Each bite offers a burst of tropical flavor, leaving you with a refreshing and satisfying experience that transports you to a sunny beach.
Ingredients
Scale
- Base:
- 2 cups shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- Coating:
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, crushed pineapple, almond flour, and honey. Mix until well combined.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each coconut ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Place the chocolate-coated balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for an additional 15 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your Tropical Pineapple Coconut Balls!
Notes
- Make-ahead: These balls can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Substitutions: Use agave syrup instead of honey for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 10 milligrams
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
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