Description

Delight in these charming Pink Creamy Coconut Hearts, a no-bake dessert featuring shredded coconut blended with sweetened condensed milk, coconut oil, and a touch of vanilla. These pastel pink treats are perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion needing a sweet, creamy, tropical bite. Optionally enhanced with a drizzle or dip of white chocolate, they offer a luscious, smooth flavor with the perfect balance of sweetness and coconut richness.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Coloring

A few drops of pink gel food coloring

Optional Topping

½ cup white chocolate chips (for drizzling or dipping)

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Add a few drops of pink gel food coloring and stir until the mixture is uniformly tinted and well combined.
Prepare Pan: Line a small baking pan or tray with parchment paper to ensure easy removal later.
Press Mixture: Firmly press the coconut mixture into the pan, spreading it evenly to about ½ inch thickness for consistent firmness and shape.
Chill: Place the pan in the freezer and chill for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the mixture is set and firm enough to cut.
Cut Shapes: Remove from the freezer and use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out individual coconut hearts from the chilled mixture.
Optional White Chocolate: If desired, melt the white chocolate chips and carefully drizzle over or dip the coconut hearts to add an extra layer of sweetness and texture.
Set Chocolate: Return the hearts to the refrigerator for 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Notes

For a vegan version, replace sweetened condensed milk with sweetened condensed coconut milk and use dairy-free white chocolate.
Store these coconut hearts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
Adjust the amount of pink gel food coloring for your preferred intensity of color.
Use parchment paper-lined trays or silicone molds for easier shaping and removal.