Coconut Chocolate Chip Balls (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 can (300ml/14oz) sweetened condensed milk
02 - 1/4 cup butter, melted
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 1 1/2 cups dried coconut
05 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, plus extra for rolling
06 - 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips

# Instructions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir these ingredients together until they're completely blended and smooth. The mixture should be glossy and uniform, with no streaks of butter visible. This rich, sweet base will bind all the dry ingredients together.
02 - Add the graham cracker crumbs, dried coconut, and chocolate chips to your condensed milk mixture. Use a sturdy spoon or spatula to fold everything together until thoroughly combined. You'll need to stir quite a bit to make sure all the dry ingredients are evenly coated with the sticky condensed milk mixture. The resulting mixture will be thick and somewhat sticky.
03 - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This chilling step is crucial as it allows the mixture to firm up, making it much easier to handle and shape into balls. If your kitchen is particularly warm, you might want to chill it a bit longer to make the rolling process easier.
04 - Once the mixture has chilled and firmed up, remove it from the refrigerator. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the mixture and roll it between your palms to form balls approximately 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Since these treats are quite rich and sweet, keeping them on the smaller side makes them perfect for a two-bite dessert.
05 - Place some additional graham cracker crumbs in a shallow dish. Roll each formed ball in the crumbs, gently pressing to make sure the crumbs adhere to all sides. This outer coating not only adds texture and flavor but also makes the balls less sticky to handle.
06 - Arrange your coated chocolate coconut balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart so they don't stick together. Return them to the refrigerator until they're completely firm and ready to serve. For the best texture and flavor experience, serve these treats chilled.

# Notes:

01 - These no-bake chocolate coconut balls combine the classic flavors of a chocolate macaroon with graham cracker warmth for an easy, crowd-pleasing treat.
02 - Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week - if they last that long!
03 - For a fun variation, try adding 1/2 cup of chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans, or substitute butterscotch chips for part of the chocolate chips.

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