Easy Coconut and Condensed Milk Dessert, in 15 Minutes

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✨ Why You’ll Love This Dessert

  • Only 2–4 Ingredients
    You likely already have them in your pantry!
  • No Baking Required
    Perfect for warm days — or when you just don’t want to wait.
  • Ready in Minutes
    Mix, chill, and enjoy. Done in 15 minutes or less.
  • Great for Sharing or Gifting
    These coconut bites package beautifully for holidays and parties.

🥄 Ingredients

  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • A pinch of salt (optional, to balance the sweetness)

Optional for finishing: Melted chocolate for dipping or drizzling

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Mix It Up
    In a mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything is fully combined and the mixture is sticky.
  2. Shape
    Using a spoon or your hands, form the mixture into small balls or spoonful-sized mounds. Place them on a tray or plate lined with parchment paper.
  3. Chill
    Pop the tray in the fridge for about 10–15 minutes to set. If dipping in chocolate, chill first, then dip and chill again until the coating hardens.
  4. Serve & Enjoy
    Enjoy cold, straight from the fridge — chewy, sweet, and satisfyingly coconutty!

📝 Tips & Variations

  • Dip in Chocolate: For a Mounds bar-style treat, dip in melted dark or milk chocolate.
  • Toast the Coconut: For extra flavor, toast the shredded coconut lightly before mixing.
  • Add Crunch: Mix in chopped nuts, crushed graham crackers, or mini chocolate chips.
  • Make Bars: Press the mixture into a pan, chill, and cut into squares instead of rolling.