Famous Coconut Almond Balls Recipe

Dive into a blissful tropical paradise with these irresistible No-Bake Coconut Almond Balls! A delightful twist on the classic Almond Joy candy bar, these homemade treats are incredibly easy to make and require no oven time. Chewy coconut balls, generously drizzled with rich chocolate and topped with a crunchy almond – pure bliss in every bite! Perfect for holidays, parties, or a sweet anytime snack.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 151 kcal

Protein 2g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Famous Coconut Almond Balls

Flaked Coconut
Light Corn Syrup
Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
26 whole almonds

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How to Make Famous Coconut Almond Balls

Line two baking sheets or a large flat surface with parchment paper. Place a large wire cooling rack on top of each sheet.
In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of sweetened shredded coconut.
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 1/2 cup of light corn syrup for 1 minute, or until it boils. Stir carefully.
Immediately pour the hot corn syrup over the coconut. Stir vigorously until the coconut is evenly moistened.
Using a tablespoon measure, shape the coconut mixture into 26 balls. Place them on the wire racks to cool slightly.
Let the balls rest for 10 minutes. Then, gently re-roll each ball to smooth out any rough edges or loose coconut strands.
In a large glass bowl, combine 1/2 cup of vegetable shortening and 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until melted and smooth. Alternatively, melt in a double boiler or saucepan on low heat, stirring occasionally.
Working quickly, spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of melted chocolate over each coconut ball.
Immediately press one whole almond onto the top of each chocolate-covered ball.
Let the coconut almond balls stand until the chocolate is completely set. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to speed up the setting process.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

30g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Famous Coconut Almond Balls?

Famous Coconut Almond Balls takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Famous Coconut Almond Balls?

Famous Coconut Almond Balls has approximately 151 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Famous Coconut Almond Balls?

The key ingredients for Famous Coconut Almond Balls are Flaked Coconut, Light Corn Syrup, Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips, Shortening, Almonds. See the full list with measurements above.