Coconut Pineapple Bites
These easy, no-bake Coconut Pineapple Bites are a sweet, chewy, and tropical snack perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or anytime you want a taste of sunshine. Gluten-free and fuss-free, they come together in under 30 minutes and are always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 18-20 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
- 2 cups (180g) unsweetened shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 cup (165g) pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained well)
- 1/3 cup (80ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup (32g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2 tbsp (20g) chopped dried pineapple or mango
- Optional: Zest of 1 lime
- Optional: 1/4 cup (25g) chopped roasted cashews
- 1/2 cup (45g) toasted coconut flakes (for rolling)
Instructions
- Drain pineapple chunks thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels. Place pineapple in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not pureed (about 10 seconds).
- In a medium mixing bowl, add shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until coconut is evenly coated.
- Fold in the chopped pineapple gently. If using dried fruit, lime zest, or nuts, add them now. Mix until well combined and the mixture feels sticky but moldable. If too wet, add more coconut 1 tablespoon at a time.
- Scoop out heaping teaspoons (about 20g each) and roll into balls between your palms. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Makes about 18-20 bites.
- Place toasted coconut flakes in a shallow bowl. Roll each bite to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate bites for at least 20 minutes before serving to firm up.
- Arrange on a platter, garnish with extra lime zest or fruit slices if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For best texture, drain pineapple thoroughly and pat dry. Toast coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly for about 3 minutes until golden. If mixture is too sticky, chill for 10 minutes before shaping. Bites can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. For a vegan version, use coconut cream and maple syrup instead of condensed milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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