Description
Silky coconut dome blends tropical sweetness with rich chocolate spread in this elegant dessert. Luxurious layers of creamy coconut and smooth chocolate create a delightful experience you’ll savor with each heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (473 ml) shredded sweetened coconut
- ½ cup (118 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (236 ml) dark or milk chocolate (melted)
- ¼ cup (59 ml) chocolate spread (Nutella or similar)
Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for smoother melted chocolate)
Instructions
- Create a homogeneous blend of shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring the mixture maintains structural integrity when compressed.
- Using a portioning scoop, gather approximately two tablespoons of the coconut mixture and shape into a rounded form. Gently flatten the sphere, strategically positioning a dollop of chocolate spread at its core.
- Delicately encase the chocolate center with the coconut mixture, molding into a smooth, dome-like silhouette. Continue this process with the remaining mixture, arranging the crafted confections on a parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate the coconut spheres for approximately 25 minutes to stabilize their structure and enhance cohesion.
- Transform the chocolate into a luxurious liquid state through gentle microwave warming, stirring intermittently to achieve a silky consistency. Optional: incorporate coconut oil for enhanced glossiness.
- Immerse each coconut dome completely into the molten chocolate, allowing excess to cascade off naturally. Carefully return the chocolate-enrobed treats to the lined surface.
- Permit the chocolate coating to solidify at ambient temperature, or expedite the process through brief refrigeration.
- Transfer the finished coconut domes to an elegant serving plate or preserve within a sealed container for later indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure the coconut mixture is well-combined and compact to prevent crumbling during coating.
- Use cold hands or slightly dampen them to easily shape the coconut domes without sticking.
- Create a smooth chocolate center by warming the chocolate spread slightly before filling.
- Experiment with different chocolate types like white or ruby chocolate for unique flavor variations.
- For a gluten-free option, verify all ingredients are certified gluten-free, especially the chocolate spread.
- Add a pinch of salt to the coconut mixture to enhance the overall sweetness and balance flavors.
- Decorate the finished domes with toasted coconut flakes or a drizzle of contrasting chocolate for extra visual appeal.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg