Oh yes…this is for all the coconut lovers out there! Coconut Cookie Bites like you’ve only dreamed about. They are made with crushed coconut cookie and covered with pink candy melts and coconut flakes. Perfect as a Valentine’s Day gift or treat!
You already know that I’m coo-coo for some coconut and I love making coconut flavored treats. In the past, I’ve made quite a few coconutty goodies and I can tell that you liked them. I have no doubt in mind that you will love these coconut cookie bites once you try them.
I originally planned to make white chocolate covered coconut bites but it came out a bit disastrous. The white chocolate was a bit too thick and sticky and did not go on smoothly. I couldn’t even smooth it out with my hands because it was so sticky and thick that I ended up having to waste a lot of chocolate washing it off my hands. So I switched to candy melts. It was a perfect substitution because the candy melts are a lot thinner once melted and much easier to work with. Big plus was the color. You can use any color to suit your needs. They would be great for a baby shower, using blue or pink. You can use red or pink for Valentine’s Day. You can even use green or multicolored for St. Paddy’s Day.
In the picture below, you can see the coconut cookies I used. I’ve seen them in every store, in Target, WalMart and local grocery stores. I don’t doubt that you will be able to find them. If you can’t find those, you can use any coconut cookies you can find at your store.
Coconut Dreams: Coconut Covered Coconut Cookie Bites
Ingredients
- 12 oz bag of coconut cookies
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 tbs light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups of pink candy melts
- 7 oz coconut flakes
Instructions
- Run the cookies through the blender or food processor to get coarse crumbs.
- Mix the cookie crumbs, light brown sugar and cream cheese together in a large bowl. Don't be afraid the get in there and mix it with your hands to get it all incorporated.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and lay them out on a parchment paper, on a large tray. Place the tray in the freezer for about 30 minutes.
- Once the cookie bites hardened, take them out.
- Melt the candy melts in the microwave-safe container, in the microwave, for a minute on half the power. Stir and microwave for another 30 seconds (at half the power) if needed.
- You can use a fork to dip the coconut bites in the candy melt. Smooth it over with your fingers to spread evenly and take off excess coating as well. There should just be a thin coating of candy.
- Dip in coconut right away and press lightly.
- Lay the coconut bites back on parchment paper and refrigerate. Keep in the fridge since there is cream cheese in the cookie bites.
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More Coconut Goodies:
Chewy Key Lime Coconut Cookies
Almond Joy Bites
Coconut Crusted & Stuffed French Toast
Coconut Cheesecake
Judy says
Oh my goodness! I will have to make these for my Daughters 25th BD! She loves coconut!
lyuba says
Definitely! They are amazing 🙂
Thank you, Judy!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
I’m crazy for coconut, these cookie bites look delicious!
lyuba says
Thank you, Pamela!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
Ohhh love the pink and of course the coconut! I could pop a few of these into my mouth right now!
lyuba says
Wish I can give out one (or two 🙂 )
Thank you, Julie!
Gloria // Simply Gloria says
Lyuba, I love how these are just poppable little coconut delicious-ness! Love the color, too. Funny how the candy melts have such a different consistency than regular chocolates. Love this creation, my friend! Sharing on FB and pinning! 😉
lyuba says
Thank you so much, Gloria 🙂
Amy | Club Narwhal says
Lyuba, I am a total coconut nut (hardy har 🙂 too and these look right up my alley! Plus, they sound so simple to make–perfect for potlucks or last minute dessert cravings!
lyuba says
They really are simple 🙂
Thank you, Amy!
Erin says
Hi Lyuba! I’m totally with with you for being coo-coo for coconut! These look really easy, and totally yummy. Stopping by from Show Stopper Saturday. Thanks so much for hosting and have a great week! ~Erin
lyuba says
If you are nutty for some coconut, you will love them, Erin 🙂
Thank you!
Melanie {Reasons TO Skip The Housework says
My coconut loving hubby will love these! Pinning! I’d love for you to come link up at Skip The Housework Saturday, live now! http://www.reasonstoskipthehousework.com/skip-housework-saturday/
lyuba says
I hope you will get a chance to make it for him! Thank you, Melanie!
everythingofcooking says
Lovely cookies! Look like Rafaello:)