Easter Bunny Coconut Tails (Printable Version)
Festive coconut tails coated in powdered sugar, ready in 20 minutes. Perfect Easter treat the whole family will love.
# What You Need:
→ Base Mixture
01 - 2 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
02 - 1 cup powdered sugar
03 - ⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
04 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of salt
→ Coating
06 - ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - ½ cup powdered sugar (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine sweetened shredded coconut, powdered sugar, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until a sticky, uniform mixture forms.
02 - Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, roll about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into a ball. Repeat until all of the mixture is used.
03 - Place the unsweetened shredded coconut (and additional powdered sugar, if using) in a shallow dish. Roll each coconut ball in the coating until evenly covered.
04 - Arrange the coconut tails on a parchment-lined tray. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best texture.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- No baking means you can make these even when your oven is already full of ham or whatever else you are serving.
- They are deceptively simple but people always ask for the recipe.
- Kids can actually help with every step and feel proud of what they created.
02 -
- The mixture will feel very sticky at first but that is exactly right.
- Chilling time is essential so they firm up properly before serving.
- If the coconut mixture is too soft to roll let it sit for 10 minutes.
03 -
- Lightly dampen your hands with water to prevent sticking while rolling.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform sizes that look professional.