For a richer flavor, try using toasted coconut. If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of melted butter at a time until it reaches the desired consistency. Use a small spoon or piping bag to fill the indent with chocolate for a cleaner presentation. These can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Coconut Jays
-
PREP TIME20 mins
-
COOK TIME5 mins
-
TOTAL TIME2 hrs 25 mins
-
SERVING24 People
-
VIEWS120
These decadent coconut confections are a festive favorite, perfect for sharing during the holidays or any time you crave a sweet, tropical escape.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
-
Carbohydrate19 g
-
Cholesterol10 mg
-
Fiber1 g
-
Protein1 g
-
Saturated Fat6 g
-
Sodium54 mg
-
Sugar13 g
-
Fat8 g
-
Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
Salamander lied porpoise much over tightly circa horse taped so innocuously side crudey mightily rigorous plot life. New homes in particular are subject. All recipes created with FoodiePress have suport for Micoformats and Schema.org is a collaboration byo improve convallis.
01 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Add the sifted confectioners' sugar and shredded coconut to the melted butter. Mix thoroughly until well combined. (3 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Shape the coconut mixture into small, uniform balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gently press an indent into the center of each coconut ball. Place the balls on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Place half a maraschino cherry into each indent. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Carefully fill the remaining space in the indent around the cherry with the melted chocolate. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Chill the Coconut Jays in the refrigerator until firm, about 30 minutes to 1 hour. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
RECIPE REVIEWS
LEAVE A REVIEW
Please Rate
Callie Anderson
Apr 20, 2025I found that chilling the mixture for a few minutes before rolling them into balls made them easier to handle.
Antonia Weissnat
Sep 26, 2024These were a hit at our Christmas party! Everyone loved the combination of coconut, cherry, and chocolate.
Jordan Sawayn
Aug 26, 2024My kids helped me make these, and they had so much fun! A great recipe to make with the family.
Alberto Marquardt
Jun 10, 2024I substituted dark chocolate for the unsweetened chocolate, and they were amazing!