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Coconut Almond Balls

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By: Shinee Published: 8/31/2017Updated: 1/21/2023

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Homemade version of decadent Raffaello candy… These sweet, chewy, buttery coconut almond balls are a delightful treat for every coconut fanatic!

Coconut almond balls on a white platter.

Table of Contents

  • Why you’ll love these coconut balls:
  • How to make this recipe:
  • Storing Tip:
  • Coconut Almond Balls

Why you’ll love these coconut balls:

Listen up, coconut lovers! I have a treat for you.

These little snow white balls are chewy, buttery, sweet and oh-soo addicting! It’s basically a homemade version of my favorite Ferrero Raffaello, coconut almond candy. If you haven’t tried it, you’re totally missing out, because they’re crispy, creamy heaven in the form of sweet little coconut balls. This homemade version isn’t crispy, but undeniably chewy from all the coconut flakes, and buttery sweet from all the condensed milk goodness.

If you’re a coconut fan, like me, you’ll love these little treats. This recipe makes about 35 balls, which seems a lot, but they disappear in a flash. (Everyone at the ranch devoured them in just one day! Except for my sis-in-law, she is allergic to coconut.)

The best part: you can store these beauties in the freezer for a couple of months. So whenever craving hits, you can simply reach into your freezer. And you don’t even have to wait for it to thaw.

How to make this recipe:

To make this dessert, it doesn’t require any special skills, or precise measurement.

  1. Simply mix all the ingredients, divide into equal parts (this medium cookie scoop is perfect for this task!)
  2. Divide the mixture into 1.5-inch balls with an almond in the middle.
  3. And roll them in coconut flakes.

Placing in a cute mini cupcake wrapper is, of course, optional.

Hope you make these beauties this weekend.

Storing Tip:

Heat (or even room temperature) is enemy #1 for these treats.

Store them in the freezer in an airtight container and serve in small batches.

Thanks for reading!

 

Coconut Almond Balls

Homemade version of decadent Raffaello candy… These sweet, chewy, buttery coconut almond balls are a delightful treat for every coconut fanatic!
5 from 1 vote
serves: 35 balls
Prep: 20 minutes
Total : 8 hours 20 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 14 oz (400g) sweetened condensed milk
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter softened
  • 2 teaspoons Amaretto Italian almond liquor
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 ½ cups (280g) coconut flakes divided
  • 1 cup (100g) almond flour
  • ½ cup whole almonds
Note: I test all my recipes with both measurements for the most precise and accurate result!

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl with paddle attachment, beat condensed milk and butter on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Mix in vanilla extract, Amaretto, 2.5 cups of coconut flakes and almond flour.
  • Refrigerate the mixture overnight.
  • Using a medium cookie scoop, form 1.5-inch balls placing one almond in the center and roll them in the remaining 1 cup of coconut flakes.

Tips & Notes:

Storing Tip: Heat (or even room temperature) is enemy #1 for these treats. Store them in the freezer in an airtight container and serve in small batches.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 159kcal (8%) Carbohydrates: 9g (3%) Protein: 3g (6%) Fat: 13g (20%) Saturated Fat: 8g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 2g Trans Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 14mg (5%) Sodium: 18mg (1%) Potassium: 104mg (3%) Fiber: 2g (8%) Sugar: 7g (8%) Vitamin A: 152IU (3%) Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) Calcium: 48mg (5%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Author: Shinee
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:American
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This recipe was originally published on July 30th, 2015.

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  1. april says

    Posted on 30 September 2017 at 9:15 pm

    U don’t have to bake them ?they sound to goo to be true.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 1 October 2017 at 2:02 pm

      Nope, no need to bake them, April. Hope you’ll give it a try.

      Reply
  2. cakespy says

    Posted on 17 September 2017 at 6:05 am

    I love the simplicity of these candies. Can’t wait to try this recipe! 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 17 September 2017 at 10:07 pm

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  3. Kate says

    Posted on 18 September 2015 at 8:25 pm

    Can’t wait to make this on my day off??

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 20 September 2015 at 10:05 am

      Sounds great, Kate. Hope you enjoy them as much as we did. 😉

      Reply
  4. hira says

    Posted on 24 August 2015 at 3:43 pm

    Hello shinee!
    Can u tell me about amaretto plx
    And its substitute?
    Its quite difficult to find it in my country
    Kindly guide me

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 25 August 2015 at 11:43 am

      Hi, Hira! Amaretto is an Italian almond-flavored liquor. If you don’t have it, it’s ok to skip it. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
      • hira says

        Posted on 25 August 2015 at 2:39 pm

        Thanks shinee.
        Only for understanding, want to ask,almond liquor means almond essence?

        Reply
        • Shinee says

          Posted on 30 August 2015 at 2:37 pm

          Nope, it’s a type of alcohol. 🙂

  5. Carolyn says

    Posted on 20 August 2015 at 6:29 am

    These look soo good. I am a huge coconut fan, love all things coconut!  I will be trying these for sure!  thanks.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 22 August 2015 at 9:55 am

      You and me are the same, Carolyn! Love coconut! Thank you for stopping by!

      Reply
  6. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

    Posted on 4 August 2015 at 7:10 am

    This sounds so delicious. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 4 August 2015 at 12:02 pm

      Sure thing. Thanks for stopping by, Jenn!

      Reply
  7. Kaylene @ The Links Site says

    Posted on 4 August 2015 at 3:05 am

    Yum!! I love Ferrero Rafaello so I am going to be making some of these very soon. I’ll keep a little stash in the freezer so I can sneak one whenever I get a craving! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 4 August 2015 at 12:01 pm

      Yay, I still have some in freezer! And I know you’ll enjoy having them in your freezer too. 🙂 Thanks, Kaylene!

      Reply
  8. Cathy says

    Posted on 2 August 2015 at 6:42 pm

    These look wonderful! I would love for you to share at this weeks parties; Sunday through Thursday! Have a terrific week! 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 3 August 2015 at 10:00 am

      Thanks, Cathy!

      Reply
  9. Kerry says

    Posted on 2 August 2015 at 3:42 pm

    They look beautiful. I will definitely be trying this at Christmas time.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 3 August 2015 at 10:00 am

      Sounds great. Thanks, Kerry!

      Reply
  10. Kelly @ Mum-bo-Jumbo says

    Posted on 2 August 2015 at 9:15 am

    You had me at Rafaello! These are my all time favourite chocolate and I could not resist checking them out. Pinned!! Stopping by from the party over at What’s on the List

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 3 August 2015 at 10:02 am

      Yep, they are the best. Thanks for stopping by, Kelly!

      Reply
  11. [email protected] Baking in Pyjamas says

    Posted on 2 August 2015 at 8:40 am

    Stopping by from Best of the Weekend. These look perfect for holiday gifts, I’ll definitely be giving these a try.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 3 August 2015 at 10:02 am

      Agreed. Thanks, Laura!

      Reply
  12. nicole (thespicetrain.com) says

    Posted on 31 July 2015 at 1:15 pm

    I LOVE Rafaello and these beauties look and sound even better than Ferrero’s version! What an awesome idea to make them at home. 🙂

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 3 August 2015 at 10:05 am

      Thank you, Nicole. You’re so sweet!

      Reply
  13. Valerie says

    Posted on 31 July 2015 at 10:47 am

    I love coconut treats. These look really good right now!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 31 July 2015 at 12:08 pm

      Thank you, Valerie!

      Reply
  14. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

    Posted on 31 July 2015 at 9:59 am

    I am a huge coconut fan too! And love the combo of coconut and amaretto! These balls sound insanely addicting!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 31 July 2015 at 12:08 pm

      Yes, amaretto adds such a lovely flavor! Thanks, Shashi!

      Reply
  15. Ana Siqueira says

    Posted on 31 July 2015 at 9:15 am

    Hi Shinee!!!  I luveeee u recipes!!!  Question on this one.  Do I need the butter?  I know it is silly but since this one it is not cooked, I feel I would be biting butter.

    Thanks

    Ana

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 31 July 2015 at 12:07 pm

      Hi, Ana! Butter is necessary for this recipe. Without it, the balls won’t hold their shape. And since the butter proportion is much smaller compared to other ingredients, you won’t feel like biting into butter. Hope you give it a try.

      Reply
  16. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    Posted on 31 July 2015 at 4:38 am

    I’ve never had Rafaello, but I’m ready to make my own after this post! The coconut looks so dreamy and deliciously textured 🙂

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 31 July 2015 at 12:02 pm

      Thanks, Medha. They’re so good. I’m having one as I type this. 🙂

      Reply
  17. Beeta @ Mon Petit Four says

    Posted on 30 July 2015 at 10:45 pm

    I’ve never had ferrero rafaello! But now I’m so eager to because these coconut almond balls look wonderful!! And I can’t believe they’re so easy to make. Mmm, I can’t wait to try this recipe, Shinee, thanks!!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 31 July 2015 at 12:02 pm

      Ferrero Rafaello is the best! But do try this homemade version too. 🙂 Thanks, Beeta!

      Reply

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