Chocolate Coconut Macadamia Sweet Bites (Printable Version)

Rich dark chocolate blended with toasted macadamia nuts and coconut for naturally sweet, bite-sized indulgence.

# What You'll Need:

→ Nuts

01 - 1 cup raw macadamia nuts, roughly chopped

→ Chocolate

02 - 7 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped

→ Coconut

03 - 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for coating

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

→ Bindings & Flavor

05 - 2 tbsp coconut oil
06 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - Pinch of sea salt

# How To Make:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside for later use.
02 - Combine dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until completely melted and smooth.
03 - Whisk honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and sea salt into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
04 - Fold in chopped macadamia nuts and shredded coconut, mixing until all components are evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
05 - Scoop heaping tablespoons of the mixture and shape into balls using your hands, working quickly before the chocolate begins to set.
06 - Roll each ball in the extra shredded coconut, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres evenly.
07 - Arrange the coated bites on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm to the touch.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These come together in under 20 minutes with zero baking required
  • The combination of creamy dark chocolate and buttery macadamia nuts feels completely indulgent yet theyre naturally gluten free
02 -
  • The chocolate will seize if even a single drop of water gets into it while melting, so make sure your bowl and spoon are completely dry
  • Room temperature can affect how quickly these set, so on hot days you might need to chill them longer before serving
03 -
  • Chill your mixing bowl for 10 minutes before starting if your kitchen is particularly warm as this helps the chocolate mixture stay workable longer
  • Use a cookie scoop instead of tablespoons for perfectly uniform bites that look professionally made

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