This quick coconut dessert is soft, sweet, and packed with tropical flavor. Made with just a few ingredients, it comes together in minutes and is perfect for a last-minute treat.
👥 Serves
6–8 pieces
⏱️ Prep Time
5 minutes
🕒 Cook Time
10 minutes
⏱️ Total Time
15 minutes
🍳 Equipment
- Non-stick pan
- Spatula
- Plate or tray
- Parchment paper (optional)
🥣 Ingredients
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
- 1 cup condensed milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Use fine desiccated coconut for smoother texture
- Condensed milk adds sweetness and binds mixture
- Butter adds richness and shine
- Vanilla enhances flavor
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Heat Mixture
- Add butter and condensed milk to a pan
- Heat on low flame
2. Add Coconut
- Stir in desiccated coconut and salt
- Mix continuously for 5–7 minutes until thick
3. Flavor
- Add vanilla extract and mix well
4. Shape
- Transfer mixture to a greased plate or lined tray
- Spread evenly or shape into small balls
5. Cool
- Let it cool for 10–15 minutes
- Cut into squares or serve
📊 Nutrition Facts (approx per serving)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Sugar: 15g
💡 Tips
- Stir constantly to avoid burning
- Don’t overcook or mixture becomes too dry
- Lightly grease hands when shaping
- Chill for firmer texture
🔄 Variations
🍫 Chocolate Coconut
- Add cocoa powder or chocolate chips
🌰 Nutty Version
- Add crushed almonds or cashews
🍓 Fruity Twist
- Add dried fruits
🥥 Coconut Balls
- Roll into bite-sized treats
🥥 Why It’s Loved
- Ready in just 15 minutes
- Minimal ingredients
- No baking required
- Perfect for quick desserts