Coconut chewies are a delightful sweet treat made with coconut and sugar, often combined with other ingredients like condensed milk, butter, or vanilla to create a chewy, slightly gooey texture. These treats are typically rolled into small balls or pressed into bars, offering a sweet, tropical flavor with the richness of coconut.
Here’s a simple recipe for making coconut chewies:
Coconut Chewies Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy removal of the chewies.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir everything together until fully mixed.
- Form the chewies: Using your hands or a spoon, scoop out spoonfuls of the mixture and roll them into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) or form them into small mounds. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for about 10–12 minutes, or until the coconut chewies are golden brown on the edges and lightly toasted on top.
- Cool: Remove the tray from the oven and let the coconut chewies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Enjoy these coconut chewies as a sweet, chewy snack with a tropical flair!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.