Irresistible Condensed Milk Coconut Candies
A nostalgic treat made with sweetened condensed milk and shredded coconut, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 130 minutes
- Yield: 16-20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.
- Mix thoroughly using your hands if needed until the mixture is sticky but manageable.
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Pour the coconut mixture into the dish and press it down firmly to an even thickness.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Alternatively, place in the freezer if you are short on time.
- Once set, lift out using the parchment paper and cut into small squares or rectangles to serve.
Notes
For a beautiful presentation, dust with extra shredded coconut or a sprinkle of sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/condensed-milk-coconut-candies-2/
