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    Home » Recipes » Cookies

    Swedish Coconut Bites

    Published: Sep 25, 2019 by Neriz · This post contains some affiliate links.

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    Here’s another classic Swedish treat for your next coffee break!  Swedish Coconut Bites are so easy to make, even your kids would love preparing them!

    An overhead shot of a plate of Swedish Coconut Bites, served with a cup of coffee and espresso.

    (*This post contains some affiliate links)

    I know these coconut snacks do not look like your typical cookie, but they are indeed considered as cookies.  Doesn’t matter if you agree or not, trust me when I say this though — they are DELICIOUS!

    Using desiccated coconuts as the main ingredient, these treats come in different sizes.  

    However,  I prefer to serve them in this size. Keep reading and you’ll find out why. 🙂

    HOW TO MAKE SWEDISH COCONUT BITES

    First part of a collage of images showing the step by step process on how to make Swedish Coconut Bites.

    WHAT IS DESSICATED COCONUT?

    They’re basically dried, finely ground coconut flesh.  They come in both sweetened and unsweetened types.

    I can only find the unsweetened type in Sweden, so that’s what I used for this coconut recipe.  Keep that in mind when you’re using the sweetened ones.

    WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SHREDDED COCONUT AND DESICCATED COCONUT?

    While both are dried coconut flesh, there is slightly more moisture left in shredded coconuts compared to desiccated ones.

    Both can be used for baking though.

    Admittedly, I have never tried this recipe with shredded coconuts, because I normally don’t see them in Stockholm.

    Last part of a collage of images showing the step by step process on how to prepare Swedish Coconut Bites.

    CAN I MAKE THESE COCONUT BITES BIGGER?

    Absolutely.

    The tallest I’ve seen is about 9 to 10 cm and it takes me about four bites to finish the whole thing.  Expect bits and crumbs to fall, of course. 

    That’s why I make mine this way – bite size. No crumbs to clean up. 🙂

    A tray of Swedish Coconut Bites, cooling off.

    CAN I SKIP THE CHOCOLATE FOR THIS COCONUT RECIPE?

    Yep.

    Sometimes I just dust them with cocoa powder.  That’s already enough for a hint of bitterness – to balance the sweetness.

    If you think they’re not sweet enough, dust them with powdered sugar instead.

    An overhead shot of a baking tray, lined with baking paper, filled with Swedish Coconut Bites, waiting for the chocolate to solidify.

    TIPS ON MAKING THIS DESICCATED COCONUT RECIPE:

    • Let the desiccated coconuts soak up enough moisture before forming them. This makes it easier for the coconut to stick together.
    • If you are still having a hard time forming them, wet your hands.
    • Wait for the cooked coconut bites to properly cool down before dipping in melted chocolate. Placing them in the refrigerator to chill normally works for me.

    A closer shot of Swedish Coconut Bites, highlighting the texture of each piece.

    HOW TO SERVE COCONUT BITES

    I love pairing them with a cup of tea – after lunch; and with coffee for snack. 

    I normally bring at least three pieces to work, for my dessert and afternoon (or mid-morning) snack.   

    Although, you might need to reconsider if you live somewhere warm.

    Just have them at home.  That way, you can have as many as you want!  Enjoy!

    LOOKING FOR MORE SWEDISH RECIPES?  CHECK OUT SWEDISH TREATS YOU MUST TRY!

    IF YOU WANT MORE COOKIE IDEAS, YOU MIGHT LIKE MY COOKIES COLLECTION!

    OR IF YOU NEED MORE DESSERT RECIPES, YOU MIGHT LIKE THESE POSTS –

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    • French Orange and Almond Flourless Cake
    • Tuscan Apple Cake
    • Pistachio Semifreddo

    NOTE:  This post was originally published on August, 2018.  I have added a video, update the images as well as added more tips for the recipe.

    An overhead shot of a plate of Swedish Coconut Bites, served with a cup of coffee and espresso.

    Swedish Coconut Bites

    Add this to your collection of Swedish treat! Good for snack or dessert, Swedish Coconut Bites are so easy to make -- even your kids can prepare them! (VIDEO ABOVE!)
    4 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: Swedish
    Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 24
    Calories: 80kcal
    Author: Neriz

    Ingredients

    • 50 grams butter, melted (about 5 tbsp)
    • 2 medium eggs
    • 1/3 cup sugar, heaping
    • 2 & 1/2 cups desiccated coconut, unsweetened
    • 1 lemon, grated zest
    • 200 grams dark chocolate

    Instructions

    • Combine eggs and sugar in a medium-sized bowl.  Mix.
    • Add melted butter, lemon zest and desiccated coconut.  Mix until properly combined.
    • Set aside for 15 minutes.
    • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
    • Scoop about 1 & 1/2 tbsp of the coconut mixture and form into a small mountain.  Place on top of a baking tray, lined with a baking paper. This recipe normally takes two baking trays.
    • Place the tray in the middle of the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the tops turned darker in color.
    • Set aside to cool.
    • Melt the dark chocolate, in the microwave or using a double-broiler.
    • Dip each coconut bite in the melted chocolate and set aside until the chocolate has hardened.
    • Serve.

    Notes

    • Wet your hands if it's too difficult to form each piece of coconut bite.
    • You can place the bites in the refrigerator to cool them down quicker, as long as it's not straight out of the oven.
    • Handle the bites carefully when you dip them into the chocolate. If they are have not cooled enough, they might break.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 80kcal
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    1. Anna

      May 18, 2021 at 1:06 am

      4 stars
      These are delicious. Tried one without chocolate and now we aren’t going to put it on.
      Just make sure to keep an eye on it while baking otherwise it will burn

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      • Neriz

        June 01, 2021 at 8:01 am

        Thanks Anna! Glad you liked it. 🙂

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