Easy Homemade Almond Joys
Indulge in Easy Homemade Almond Joys with this kidapproved recipe tested in my Texas kitchen Perfect for satisfying sweet cravingsget the recipe
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 pieces
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup of whole almonds
- a pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Scoop out small portions of the coconut mixture and form bite-sized mounds. Press an almond on top of each mound.
- Chill the mounds in the fridge for about 30 minutes until set.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals until smooth.
- Dip each mound into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, then return to the parchment-lined dish.
- Allow chocolate to harden at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.
Notes
Delightful homemade Almond Joys with a chewy coconut center, rich chocolate, and crunchy almonds, perfect for nostalgic baking moments.
Find it online: https://familiesrecipes.com/homemade-almond-joys/