Chocolate Coconut Balls
Chocolate Coconut Balls are a no-bake, bite-sized treat made primarily from shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and a sweet binder like condensed milk or dates. They are often rolled in extra coconut or cocoa for a finished look. This popular confection has variations found across many cultures, from Brazilian 'beijinhos' to European rum balls.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This treat is typically high in fat and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein coming from the coconut. A single ball can range from 80 to 120 calories, depending on its size and specific ingredients used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 210 mg |
| Magnesium | 55 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 95 mg |
| Copper | 0.4 mg |
| Manganese | 0.9 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin E | 1.8 mg |
Per 3 balls (84 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a fascinating example of a simple, adaptable sweet that appears in different forms worldwide, often associated with holidays and celebrations. Nutritionally, while calorie-dense, coconut provides dietary fiber and medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are metabolized differently than other fats.
