Ingredients
- 1⁄2 lb dark chocolate (make sure it contains no dairy, gluten, or nuts)
- 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 cup shredded dried coconut
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Number of Servings:
2 dozen treats
Recipe Source:
The Wholesome Junk Food Cookbook by Laura Trice ($17.95, Running Press, 2010)
Directions
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper.
- In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate over low heat. Add coconut and stir until coated.
- Remove from heat and let cool at room temperature until lukewarm.
- Drop mixture by rounded teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before eating.
Notes
If you wish, you can shape the chocolate-coconut mixture to resemble bales of hay instead of dropping them into traditional stacks. Roll in some additional coconut and chill.
