Coconut Almond Fondant Candy
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly creamy Coconut Almond Fondant Candies, a homemade confection that combines the tropical richness of sweetened coconut with the crunch of whole almonds, all wrapped in a decadent semi-sweet chocolate shell. Perfect for holidays, parties, or as a gift-worthy treat, this no-bake recipe comes together in just 30 minutes of prep time and delivers 36 bite-sized delights. The soft, fondant-like filling is crafted with simple ingredients like powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and pure vanilla extract, while a gentle freezing step ensures the candies are easy to handle and coat in chocolate. Whether you enjoy them straight from the fridge or at room temperature, these little gems are sure to satisfy your candy cravings while wowing your family and friends.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cups Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 36 pieces Whole almonds
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Coconut oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the shredded coconut, powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, softened butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined and the mixture forms a sticky dough-like consistency.
Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into 36 small balls or oblong ovals. Gently flatten each candy slightly.
Press one whole almond gently into the top of each candy, pressing it in just enough to adhere.
Place the candies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15-20 minutes, or until firm.
While the candies are chilling, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth. If needed, stir in a teaspoon of coconut oil to thin the chocolate for easier dipping.
Remove the chilled candies from the freezer. Using a fork or candy dipper, dip each candy into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Tap off any excess chocolate before placing it back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Once all candies are coated in chocolate, allow them to set at room temperature until hardened. For faster setting, you can refrigerate the candies for another 10 minutes.
Serve and enjoy your homemade Coconut Almond Fondant Candies! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4108 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.6 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.7 g | 588% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 163 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 601.0 g | 219% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.1 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 530.0 g | ||
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1219 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
