Coconut Pecan Balls

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

Coconut Pecan Balls are delightful bite-sized treats combining crunchy pecans, sweet coconut, and rich chocolate. Perfect for parties or as a special homemade dessert, they offer a luscious coating and a chewy interior that appeals to both nut lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 boxes powdered sugar
  • 1 can grated coconut
  • 1/2 cup margarine, melted
  • 12 oz. chocolate chips
  • 4 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 can condensed milk
  • 1/2 bar paraffin wax

Instructions

  1. Mix powdered sugar, chopped pecans, and grated coconut together.
  2. Add condensed milk and melted margarine to the mixture and combine thoroughly.
  3. Roll the mixture into small balls and place on a tray.
  4. Refrigerate the balls until they are firm and hardened.
  5. Melt chocolate chips and paraffin wax in a double boiler or over very low heat.
  6. Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate mixture and place on waxed paper to cool and set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

739 kcal 37% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.7g 17% DV
Total Fat 56.7g 73% DV
Carbs 57.2g 21% DV
Fiber 5.9g 21% DV
Sugar 46.6g 93% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 231mg 10% DV
Potassium 451.3mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 9.5mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 19.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 2.1mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 120.3mg 9% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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