Best 9 Coconut Candies Recipes

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Satisfy your cravings with a delightful journey into the realm of coconut candy. Immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors and textures as we unveil a collection of delectable recipes that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic coconut candy to innovative twists, this article presents a diverse range of recipes to suit every palate. Prepare to be enchanted by the rich aroma of coconut, the perfect balance of sweetness, and the irresistible chewiness that will leave you craving more. Embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the versatility of coconut, transforming it into delectable treats that will become instant favorites.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE COCONUT CANDIES



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These coconut candy balls disappear just as fast as I put them out. They're a snap to whip up and make a beautiful presentation on any holiday cookie plate. I mound them high and sprinkle with coconut...then watch them vanish! -Mary Ann Marino, West Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1-3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped almonds
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tablespoons shortening
Optional: Chopped almonds, sliced almonds, sprinkles and additional coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, coconut, almonds and milk. Shape into 1-in. balls. Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes. , In a microwave, melt semisweet chips and shortening on high for about 1 minute; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth., Dip balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Coat or garnish with ingredients of your choice. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

COCONUT CANDIES



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Chewy coconut candies are made with just milk, sugar, coconut and vanilla.

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ cups milk
4 cups white sugar
4 cups flaked coconut
1 dash vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, stir together milk and sugar until smooth. Heat, without stirring, to between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface. Remove from heat and stir in coconut and vanilla. Let cool slightly.
  • Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto waxed paper lined sheets and let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.1 calories, Carbohydrate 75.4 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.1 g, Sodium 24 mg, Sugar 70.3 g

COCONUT ALMOND CANDIES



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I love Christmas candy, and these simple but special chocolates are among my favorites. They're easy to assemble in paper-lined muffin cups.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, chopped
3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons butter, softened
1 package (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips, divided
8 ounces white candy coating
1 tablespoon shortening
1 package (2-1/4 ounces) unblanched almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the coconut, milk, confectioners' sugar and butter until blended (mixture will be sticky); set aside., In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips, candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon chocolate mixture into 42 paper-lined miniature muffin cups. , Shape 1/2 teaspoonfuls of coconut mixture into balls; gently press into chocolate. Top each with an almond. Spoon 1 teaspoon chocolate mixture over each. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

COCADAS (BOLIVIAN COCONUT CANDIES)



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Cocadas are a typical coconut candy or cookie that is served in Mexico, Brazil and over much of Latin America. They are oven baked but are served at room temperature to obtain their chewy and soft texture. Made with egg and shredded coconut, cocadas come in a variety of colors due to the modern use of food coloring, but the traditional ones are golden brown. They are often garnished with almonds, either whole or chopped. There are hundreds of recipes for cocadas which range in texture from the typical hard, very sweet balls to those which are almost the texture of flan. Other fruit, often dried, can be added to the cocadas to create variety. Cocadas are mentioned as early as 1878 in Peru. This is a Bolivian version, from the website BoliviaWeb. In Colombia, cocadas are sold on the streets, and particularly on the beaches, by women who carry them on large aluminum trays

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Candy

Time 35m

Yield 24 candies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 2/3 cups shredded coconut
3/4 cup condensed milk
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon almond essence
butter, to coat baking sheet (or cooking spray can be used, such as PAM)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix shredded coconut, egg, condensed milk, and almond essence until everything is well mixed.
  • Let rest for two or three minutes.
  • Spread butter on a baking sheet to coat.
  • Using two teaspoons, put small amounts of the mixture in the baking sheet.
  • Bake at medium temperature (European oven: 163 Celsius degrees; American oven: 325 Fahrenheit degrees) for 25 minutes or until they are golden, dry and smooth at the same time.
  • Yields 24 regular-size coconut candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.6, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 42.2, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 9.7, Protein 1.3

SIMPLE COCONUT OIL CHOCOLATE CANDIES



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With all the health benefits backing coconut oil, you can feel good about eating this yummy chocolate everyday. These chocolates are smooth and tasty. Make them as large or small as you like for a portion controlled chocolate fix!

Provided by NurseAmbre

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup coconut oil
1/4 cup cocoa powder
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Melt the coconut oil and add the honey. Whisk and add the cocoa powder. Whisk occasionally while pouring into a silicone ice cube tray or silicone mini muffin tray. Makes 12. Cool for 30 minutes in the fridge or freezer.
  • Note: Time varies depending on how hot the coconut oil was when you started. If the oil is only just reached its melting stage, these will set in as little as 15 minutes.
  • Optional Ingredients.
  • 2 Tbsp of maca powder (mix in with the honey).
  • 1 tsp orange rind (mix into the chocolate).
  • seeds, nuts or dried fruit (sprinkle into the silicone trays).
  • 1/4 cup dried coconut would be amazing... (mix into the chocolate).
  • Recipe copied from www.beyondthepeel.net.

SUGAR FREE COCONUT CANDIES



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Five ingredients (not counting the chocolate) and NO sugar! A xylitol / stevia blend enhances the natural sweetness of the organic coconut and virgin coconut oil. I made my own sugar free chocolate by melting unsweetened chocolate and mixing it with a combination of xylitol and stevia to taste.

Provided by YummySmellsca

Categories     Candy

Time 2h

Yield 15 candies, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup shredded coconut
3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
1 pinch sea salt
1/3 cup Xylitol sweetener
1/4 teaspoon pure stevia powder (or 1 tsp liquid stevia)
sugar-free dark chocolate, to coat

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients (except chocolate) in a stand mixer and process to form a "doughy" mixture - about 3-5 minutes.
  • Scoop into small balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
  • Freeze until solid.
  • Dip in the melted chocolate and allow to set.
  • Store in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.5, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 4.3, Sodium 55, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2.7, Protein 0.2

COCONUT RAFFAELLO® CANDIES



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These candies have a wonderful milky coconut-and-almond taste. I copy-catted the recipe so that I could make them at home. You can also store them in resealable plastic bags in the freezer.

Provided by Amber Vaughn

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) bag flaked coconut
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
1 ½ cups margarine, softened
1 ⅓ cups powdered milk
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon almond extract
50 hazelnuts

Steps:

  • Process coconut in a food processor until finely minced. Measure 1/2 cup coconut pour into a shallow bowl.
  • Stir confectioner's sugar, margarine, powdered milk, milk, and almond extract together in a bowl until smooth. Mix remaining coconut into milk mixture by hand. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until slightly chilled, about 20 minutes.
  • Roll milk mixture into walnut-sized balls, press a hazelnut into the center of each ball, and roll balls in reserved coconut. Place candies in a sealable container and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.4 g, Cholesterol 3.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 79.8 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

HOMEMADE RAFFAELLO - ALMOND COCONUT CANDIES RECIPE - (4.4/5)



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Provided by ctozzi

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup skim milk powder (1/3 cup)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
35 whole, blanched almonds
1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut flakes, divided

Steps:

  • Mix the condensed milk, milk powder and butter until all ingredients are combined. Add 1 cup coconut flakes and mix well. Chill for about 30 minutes, until firm enough to handle. If the coconut mixture is too sticky and you cannot easily form balls just add more coconut flakes. Take one teaspoon of the coconut mixture, place one almond in the middle and shape into small balls (the size of Raffaello candies). Roll each candy in coconut and you're done. Store the candies in your refrigerator.

ALMOND COCONUT CANDIES



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These special candies have the irresistible combination of coconut, almonds and deep dark chocolate. They make great gifts-if you can get yourself to part with any! -Janet Loomis, Terry, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
60 whole unblanched almonds
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons hot coffee

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Shape into 1-in. balls; place on lightly greased baking sheets. Press an almond on top of each ball. Chill for 1 hour., Combine frosting ingredients until smooth; immediately frost tops of candies. Chill until frosting is firm. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect consistency for your coconut candies, use a candy thermometer. The ideal temperature is between 234°F (112°C) and 238°F (114°C).
  • Make sure to stir the coconut mixture constantly while it's cooking to prevent it from burning. You can use a wooden spoon or a heatproof spatula for this.
  • If you find that the mixture is too thick, add a little bit of milk or cream. This will help to thin it out and make it easier to pour.
  • Once the candies are poured into the molds, let them cool completely before removing them. This will help them to hold their shape.
  • Store the coconut candies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Coconut candies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or just as a sweet snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delightful candies that are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this coconut candy recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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