{"id":311434,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-24T23:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/creamy-coconut-snowballs\/"},"modified":"2024-10-24T16:14:59","modified_gmt":"2024-10-24T21:14:59","slug":"creamy-coconut-snowballs","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/creamy-coconut-snowballs\/","title":{"rendered":"Coconut Snowballs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>These one-bite coconut candies are a treat that&#8217;s easy to make and even easier to love. The food processor does the heavy lifting, chopping the coconut and transforming the cream cheese, butter and confectioners&#8217; sugar into a buttercream-style candy filling. This simple recipe combines the creamy sweetness of coconut with a snappy candy coating for a bite-sized indulgence that&#8217;s perfect for parties, holiday gifting or cute little lunchbox-ready treats. With just a few grocery staples, you can make these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cookies\/no-bake-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cookies\/no-bake-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">no-bake treats<\/a> in no time. Plus, these coconut snowballs can be customized to your liking, so go ahead and experiment with different flavors and toppings.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Coconut Snowballs<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list recipe-ingredients__collection splitColumns\">\n<li><strong>Butter:<\/strong> Adds richness and flavor to the coconut candy. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">softened butter<\/a>\u00a0also helps make the coconut mixture easier to blend and press into the pan.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coconut:<\/strong> Shreds of sweetened coconut, sometimes called angel flake, form the base of the dessert. The sweetened coconut adds a coconut flavor and chewy texture to the recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cream cheese:<\/strong> Softened cream cheese adds richness, tang and creaminess to the coconut candy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confectioners&#8217; sugar:<\/strong> Powdered sugar sweetens the coconut base and helps bind the ingredients together by absorbing moisture from the butter and cream cheese.<\/li>\n<li><strong>White candy coating and shortening:<\/strong> Dipping the finished truffle-like treats into candy bark melted with a little shortening creates a firm candy shell rolled in even more coconut shreds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the coconut candy mixture<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2069350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Coconut Snowballs, coconut snowball mixture after being pulsed in a food processor.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Line a 9&#215;5-inch loaf pan with foil. Grease the foil with 1\/2 teaspoon of the butter, and set it aside.<\/p>\n<p>Pulse 3\/4 cup of the coconut in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add the cream cheese and the remaining butter, then pulse until blended. Gradually add the confectioners&#8217; sugar, and pulse until blended.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Chill the coconut mixture<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2069351\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Coconut Snowballs, coconut snowball mixture pressed into baking dish with tin foil.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Press the mixture into the prepared pan, then refrigerate it, covered, for at least three hours.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Melt the candy coating<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2069353\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Coconut Snowballs, melted white chocolate and shortening in a black bowl.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Microwave the candy coating and shortening until they&#8217;re melted together. Stir the mixture until it&#8217;s smooth, then let it cool slightly.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Form the candy into balls<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2069352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Coconut Snowballs, coconut balls formed on a plate.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Using the foil, lift the coconut mixture out of the pan. Gently peel off the foil, then cut the candy into 36 pieces. Taking a few pieces at a time, roll each into a ball, while keeping the remaining pieces refrigerated.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Dip the coconut balls in candy coating<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2069354\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Overhead shot for Taste Recipes Coconut Snowballs, dipping into white chocolate mixture.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Using a toothpick, dip the balls one at a time into the melted coating mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Roll the balls in the remaining coconut, then place them on waxed-paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate them until they&#8217;re set.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2069356\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_7.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Beauty shot for Taste Recipes Coconut Snowballs, with additionall shredded coconut in the corner.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Coconut Snowball Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add some color:<\/strong> Dip the finished snowballs into colorful sprinkles or sanding sugar instead of, or in addition to, the shredded coconut.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dip them in chocolate:<\/strong> Make chocolate coconut snowballs by swapping out the white candy coating for melted chocolate. Peanut butter fan? Try your hand at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-snowballs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/peanut-butter-snowballs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">peanut butter snowballs<\/a>\u00a0instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add nuts:<\/strong> Press a whole toasted almond or macadamia nut into the center of each &#8220;truffle&#8221; as you form the candy into balls, then dip them in chocolate to make a treat reminiscent of an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/almond-joy-cake\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/almond-joy-cake\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Almond Joy<\/a> candy bar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toast the coconut:<\/strong> Lightly toast the coconut for the snowball coating, or trade sweetened coconut for the more fine and dry desiccated coconut, to give your coconut snowballs a little more crunch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Coconut Snowballs<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>You can store coconut snowballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to five days.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make coconut snowballs ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely, and they make a wonderful gift to wrap in cellophane bags or add to a tin of cookies at the holidays. Plan to make these coconut snowballs three to five days before you want to serve them. We don&#8217;t recommend freezing these treats, but you can freeze <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/make-ahead-christmas-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/make-ahead-christmas-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">make-ahead Christmas cookies<\/a> instead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Coconut Snowball Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2069357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_8.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Close up beauty shot for Taste Recipes Coconut Snowballs, with additionall shredded coconut in the corner.\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Kayla Blydenburgh for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can I use unsweetened coconut flakes instead of sweetened?<\/h3>\n<p>You can use unsweetened coconut flakes to make the coating for this candy, no problem. Changing out the coconut in the cream cheese mixture may require some adjusting though, because the sugar helps contribute softness and moisture to the mix, so to yield the right texture you may need to add additional confectioners&#8217; sugar.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make coconut snowballs without a food processor?<\/h3>\n<p>The food processor does do a good amount of the work of mixing the coconut candy mixture together, but you can skip the step of chopping the shredded coconut and instead use a stand mixer or hand mixer to combine the ingredients. Make sure the butter and cream cheese are thoroughly softened first.<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s the difference between white chocolate and white candy melts?<\/h3>\n<p>While neither white chocolate nor white candy melts, the kind often used to make\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-do-you-make-cake-pops\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-do-you-make-cake-pops\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cake pops<\/a>, contain cocoa solids (the ingredient that makes true chocolate chocolate), the difference between high-quality white chocolate and more budget-friendly candy melts has entirely to do with the fat. The primary fat in white chocolate is cocoa butter, the fat extracted from the cacao beans during the chocolate-making process. It is solid at room temperature, yet melts when warmed slightly, and it has a fruity, distinctive aroma. In candy melts, the primary fat is vegetable oil, and often palm oil. It lacks that signature floral aroma, but it gives the resulting candy a more neutral flavor profile, which could be considered a positive attribute in baking candy bark because it lets the flavor of the added candies, fruit or nuts be the star.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you use white chocolate chips in place of white candy melts?<\/h3>\n<p>You can absolutely use melted white chocolate chips to coat your no-bake coconut balls. Melt them gently in short bursts in the microwave, stirring often.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My grandmother made these coconut snowballs for years. They store nicely in the refrigerator so you can keep them on hand for drop-in holiday guests. \u2014Yvonne Schaney, Alliance, Ohio<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2107700,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,305843,304173,304423,307148,304328,304288,305487,304430,304338,306171,304515,307104,303966,304408,304368,303887,306848,304348,304268,304071,304458,304558,324623,304150,303883],"categories-v2":[308623,311481,309455,308821,310195,308984,308481,259620,310796,308830,308992,312036,308880,310155,308495,308813,308745,308478,309603,309000,259483,308668,308865,308910,309177,309434,308476],"coauthors":[343474],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Pineapple Coconut Snowballs","post_link":"\/recipes\/pineapple-coconut-snowballs\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps16380_CC1049408D49B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Peanut Butter 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With creamy coconut filling and a candy bark shell, they'll make a wonderful addition to a holiday candy tin or cookie swap.","recipeIngredient":["1\/2 teaspoon plus 1\/2 cup butter, softened and divided","1-3\/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided","4 ounces cream cheese, softened","3-3\/4 cups confectioners' sugar","8 ounces white candy coating, chopped","2 tablespoons shortening"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Make the coconut candy mixture","text":"Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with foil. Grease the foil with 1\/2 teaspoon of the butter, and set it aside. Pulse 3\/4 cup of the coconut in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add the cream cheese and the remaining butter, then pulse until blended. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar, and pulse until blended.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_1.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Chill the coconut mixture","text":"Press the mixture into the prepared pan, then refrigerate it, covered, for at least three hours.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_2.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Melt the candy coating","text":"Microwave the candy coating and shortening until they're melted together. Stir the mixture until it's smooth, then let it cool slightly.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_4.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Form the candy into balls","text":"Using the foil, lift the coconut mixture out of the pan. Gently peel off the foil, then cut the candy into 36 pieces. Taking a few pieces at a time, roll each into a ball, while keeping the remaining pieces refrigerated.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_3.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Dip the coconut balls in candy coating","text":"Using a toothpick, dip the balls one at a time into the melted coating mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Roll the balls in the remaining coconut, then place them on waxed-paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate them until they're set.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Coconut_Snowballs_TOHD24_43609_KaylaWidmer_5.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"1-1\/2 pounds","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Emily Teel"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 144 calories","fatContent":"8g fat (5g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"10mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"39mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"19g carbohydrate (18g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"0 protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":5,"reviewCount":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Creamy Coconut Snowballs","description":"Check out this video for how to make Creamy Coconut Snowballs.","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/wpconnatixthumbnailsprod\/CreamyCoconutSnowballsDIYD43609121321H_thumbnail.jpeg"],"uploadDate":"2021-12-15 19:50:49","duration":"P0DT0H2M3S","contentUrl":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/CreamyCoconutSnowballs_DIYD_43609_121321_H.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"km1995"},"reviewBody":"<p>Not your everyday candy recipe! I was looking for an out of the ordinary candy to bring to a holiday event and this definitely fit the bill.  The snowballs were very easy to make and the recipe made plenty of candy pieces. I did  toast the coconut I rolled the balls in (to give in candy a bit of a longer shelf life) and I added some holiday sprinkles to that coconut to give it a festive feel. Definitely a holiday keeper.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sheila"},"reviewBody":"These snowballs are so delicious! Fun to make and pretty, too!  To NZ GIRL...shortening is not butter...best to use unsalted butter which is found with margarine in the refrigerated section...also I used white ALMOND BARK for my candy coating...when you dip the balls into the candy coating use a fork because it allows the excess to drip off.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-03-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cshall328"},"reviewBody":"This is the best recipe....except I do not shred up the coconut anymore or dip all the way, I just give it a bottom coating. 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