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Easter Bunny Coconut Tails

Easter Bunny Coconut Tails: No-Bake Fun for Everyone

Easter Bunny Coconut Tails are delightful no-bake treats combining coconut and colorful coatings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 tails
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coconut Mixture
  • 2 cups medium shredded coconut Use sweetened for a richer treat.
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk Can use dairy-free condensed milk for vegan option.
  • ¼ cup butter (melted) Can substitute with plant-based butter.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 1 cup confectioner's sugar Adjust according to sweetness preference.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup fine shredded coconut Consider dying it with food coloring.
  • 3-4 drops liquid food coloring Use gel coloring for vibrant hues.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap
  • Cookie scoop
  • Small bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Incorporate the Coconut and Sugar: Add medium shredded coconut and confectioner's sugar, stirring until thick and sticky.
  3. Chill the Mixture: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to firm up.
  4. Color the Fine Shredded Coconut: Divide fine shredded coconut into bowls, adding liquid food coloring to each and mix well.
  5. Shape the Coconut Balls: Scoop about 1½ teaspoons of the coconut mixture and roll into balls.
  6. Coat the Balls in Coconut: Roll each ball in the colored fine shredded coconut until fully coated.
  7. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the coated balls for at least one hour to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tailCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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