Description
Delightful pastel-colored coconut confections perfect for Easter celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups shredded sweetened coconut (plus extra for rolling)
- Gel food coloring (pastel pink, yellow, blue, green, and purple)
Instructions
- Combine sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl.
- Add shredded coconut gradually, folding gently with a spatula.
- Divide mixture into 4-5 parts based on desired colors.
- Mix gel food coloring into each portion until vibrant shades are achieved.
- Roll small portions into 1-inch balls resembling tails.
- Coat each ball in extra shredded coconut.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Arrange the coconut tails on a platter to serve.
Notes
These treats can be made a day in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Customize with sprinkles or chocolate for added fun!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg