Description
Create enchanting Spring Festival Bunny Coconut Tails effortlessly! This no-bake wonder blends sweet coconut, condensed milk, and vanilla into a moldable, chewy delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla powder
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla bean paste to the melted butter and stir until well combined.
- Step 2: Gradually add the sweetened shredded coconut to the wet mixture, mixing thoroughly with a spoon or your hands until all the coconut is evenly coated and forms a sticky, moldable dough.
- Step 3: Scoop out small portions of the coconut mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into compact, bite-sized balls resembling bunny tails. Place the formed tails on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 4: Refrigerate the bunny tails for at least 30 minutes to an hour, or until they are firm enough to handle. This step is crucial for them to hold their shape.
- Step 5: While the tails are chilling, melt the white chocolate chips. You can do this in a microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, or over a double boiler. Once melted and smooth, drizzle the white chocolate over the chilled coconut tails or lightly dip each tail's bottom for a decorative base.
- Step 6: Immediately after applying the white chocolate (or once the chocolate has slightly set), dust the bunny tails generously with powdered sugar for that soft, fluffy tail look. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Keep any leftover bunny tails happily snuggled in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week; they truly taste best when thoroughly chilled.
- There's no need for reheating these delightful no-bake treats; simply let them sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes if you prefer a slightly softer, chewier texture right before serving.
- Arrange these adorable bunny tails on a decorative platter with a sprinkle of edible flowers or alongside some fresh fruit for a vibrant, festive display perfect for your Spring Festival celebration.
- To achieve perfectly smooth, compact bunny tails, lightly dampen your hands before rolling the coconut mixture; this prevents sticking and helps form a beautifully uniform shape.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 coconut tail (approx. 35g)
- Calories: 170
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 11.5g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Protein: 8g