Sweetened Cocoa Bites combine crushed plain sweet biscuits with sweetened condensed milk, desiccated coconut, and cocoa powder mixed into fudgy no-bake balls rolled in extra coconut for snowy texture and chocolatey richness in every bite.
You’ll love these effortless treats because they require no oven, use simple pantry ingredients, and deliver chewy coconut-cocoa indulgence perfect for snacking, gifting, or holiday platters.
Ingredients
- 3 cups (250g) plain sweet biscuits, crushed
- 1⅓ cups (395g / one standard can) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (85g) desiccated coconut
- ¼ cup (25g) cocoa powder
- 1½ cups (130g) desiccated coconut, extra for rolling
Instructions
- Crush biscuits into fine crumbs using food processor, blender, or rolling pin.
- Stir cocoa powder, desiccated coconut, and sweetened condensed milk into crumbs until fully coated and mixture holds together.
- Roll heaped teaspoons of mixture into balls.
- Coat each ball in extra desiccated coconut.
- Chill in airtight container in fridge up to 2 weeks or freeze up to 2 months.
Tips for Success
- Crush biscuits finely for smooth, cohesive mixture.
- Use full can of condensed milk for perfect consistency.
- Wet hands slightly when rolling to prevent sticking.
- Press mixture firmly for balls that hold shape.
- Extra coconut adds crunch and prevents stickiness.
Delicious Variations
- Mix in chopped nuts or dried fruit for texture.
- Dip half in melted chocolate before coconut roll.
- Use dark cocoa powder for intense flavor.
- Add espresso powder for mocha version.
- Roll in crushed biscuits or powdered sugar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use graham crackers?
Yes, substitute any sweet biscuit or graham crackers.
Vegan option?
Use coconut condensed milk alternative.
How long to chill before serving?
Firm up 30 minutes for easier handling.
Storage without fridge?
Room temperature airtight up to 3 days.
Make ahead?
Yes, flavors improve after 24 hours chilling.
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Sweetened Cocoa Bites
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 30 bites 1x
Description
Crushed plain sweet biscuits mixed with sweetened condensed milk, desiccated coconut, and cocoa powder to form fudgy no-bake balls rolled in extra coconut for a snowy texture and chocolatey richness.
Ingredients
3 cups (250g) plain sweet biscuits, crushed
1⅓ cups (395g / one standard can) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup (85g) desiccated coconut
¼ cup (25g) cocoa powder
1½ cups (130g) desiccated coconut, extra for rolling
Instructions
Crush biscuits into fine crumbs using food processor or rolling pin.
Stir cocoa powder, desiccated coconut, and sweetened condensed milk into crumbs until mixture holds together.
Roll heaped teaspoons into balls.
Coat each in extra coconut.
Chill in airtight container up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Use sweet plain biscuits for best texture.
Ensure mixture sticks well before rolling.
Chill to firm up no-bake bites.
Store in airtight container to maintain freshness.
Perfect make-ahead treat or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 110
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: sweetened cocoa bites, no bake coconut balls, chocolate coconut truffles, easy cocoa treats, pantry chocolate balls
