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    Home » Recipes for Toddlers & Kids » Sweet Treats » White Chocolate, Coconut & Apricot Balls

    White Chocolate, Coconut & Apricot Balls

    Published: Jun 22, 2020 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · 44 Comments

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    A blue and white striped plate topped with a pile of round balls covered in coconut.

    Quick & easy no-bake White Chocolate, Coconut & Apricot Balls made with sweetened condensed milk take less than 10 minutes and are the perfect little treat! 

    A blue and white striped plate topped with a pile of round balls covered in coconut.

    Whether you're after a cheeky little late-night treat, a lunchbox snack or just something fun to make with the kids, these white chocolate, coconut and apricot balls are just what you need!

    Coconut and apricot balls on a white and blue plate.

    4 Ingredient White Chocolate & Apricot Balls

    Here's why you're going to love these sweet little apricot balls:

    • 10 minutes prep time
    • suitable to make in a food processor, blender, Thermomix or with a knife
    • a simple recipe that's great for the kids to make
    • ... and just 4 basic ingredients!

    The Ingredients

    • dried apricots - these can be bought in the dried fruit section of any supermarket or grocer.
    • sweetened condensed milk - I recommend using full fat sweetened condensed milk for this recipe as it tends to set firmer than the skim version.
    • white chocolate - you can use either white chocolate chips/bits or a block of white chocolate broken into pieces. Chop in a food processor, blender or Thermomix (or chop with a knife) until very finely chopped.
    • desiccated coconut - this is a type of fine coconut that is perfect for coating the apricot balls.
    White chocolate bits, dried apricots, sweetened condensed milk and coconut.

    How To Make Apricot Balls

    These delicious little apricot treats couldn't be easier to make!

    Note: Scroll to the printable recipe card at the bottom for ingredient quantities and the full method.

    Step 1: Chop the apricots

    Use a food processor, blender or Thermomix to chop the apricots into fine pieces. Alternatively, you can use a knife for this step.

    Chopped dried apricots in a bowl.

    Step 2: Chop the chocolate

    Add the white chocolate and continue to chop until combined and small, fine chunks of apricot and chocolate remain.

    Finely chopped dried apricots and white chocolate in a white bowl.

    Step 3: Mix through the sweetened condensed milk and coconut

    Stir the sweetened condensed milk and coconut through the apricot and chocolate mixture until well combined.

    Sticky apricot and chocolate mixture in a bowl.

    Step 4: Chill the mixture

    Place the mixture into the fridge for 30 minutes or until firm enough to roll into balls.

    Step 5: Roll the balls in coconut

    Roll tablespoons of the mixture into balls. Place extra desiccated coconut into a bowl and roll until coated.

    An apricot ball being rolled in coconut.

    More Dried Apricot Recipes

    If you love apricot recipes as much as I do, then try these yummy recipes!

    • No-Bake Apricot Coconut Slice
    • Apricot Oat Slice (ANZAC slice)
    • Apricot, Macadamia & White Chocolate Cookies
    • Healthy Apricot, Coconut & Chia Balls
    A downwards photo of a plate of coconut balls with chocolate and apricot on a blue and white plate.

    FAQ

    How many serves does this recipe make?

    16 large balls or 24 small balls.

    How do you store apricot balls?

    Apricot balls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

    Can you freeze these balls?

    Yes, absolutely! Freeze the balls in an airtight container (or sealable plastic bags) for up to 3 months.

    Can I use fresh apricots for this recipe?

    These apricot balls require the firm texture of dried apricots (fresh apricots are not suitable).

    What can I use to chop the apricots and chocolate?

    The easiest options are either a food processor or a Thermomix. Alternatively a blender or a sharp knife can be used.

    A half-eaten chocolate and sweetened condensed milk ball with chopped dried apricots and coconut.

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    A blue and white striped plate topped with a pile of round balls covered in coconut.

    Apricot, White Chocolate & Coconut Balls

    Quick & easy no-bake White Chocolate, Coconut & Apricot Balls made with sweetened condensed milk take less than 10 minutes and are the perfect little treat! 
    5 from 15 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Snacks
    Cuisine: Australian recipe
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Chilling time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 16 serves
    Calories: 156kcal
    Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

    Ingredients

    • 200 g dried apricots
    • 130 g (¾ cup) white chocolate chips
    • 200 g sweetened condensed milk approximately half a 395g can
    • 100 g (1 cup) desiccated coconut plus extra for rolling
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Place the dried apricots into a food processor, blender or Thermomix.
    • Mix on Turbo Speed for 5-10 seconds or until you have fine chunks (you can mix it for less time if you'd like bigger chunks).
    • Add the white chocolate chips and press Turbo 2-3 times or until the chocolate has been slightly chopped (but still a little chunky).
    • Add the sweetened condensed milk and coconut and mix together for 5-10 seconds on low speed until completely combined.
    • Chill the mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes.
    • Roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls (wet your hands first to make this easier). If the mixture is too soft, add a little more coconut.
    • Roll the balls in the extra coconut.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

    Notes

    RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
    Ingredients Info: 
    • dried apricots – these can be bought in the dried fruit section of any supermarket or grocer. These apricot balls require the firm texture of dried apricots (fresh apricots are not suitable).
    • sweetened condensed milk – I recommend using full fat sweetened condensed milk for this recipe as it tends to set firmer than the skim version.
    • white chocolate – you can use either white chocolate chips/bits or a block of white chocolate broken into pieces. Chop in a food processor, blender or Thermomix (or chop with a knife) until very finely chopped.
    • desiccated coconut – this is a type of fine coconut that is perfect for coating the apricot balls.
    Recipe Notes:
    Equipment - the easiest options for chopping the apricots and chocolate are either a food processor or a Thermomix. Alternatively a blender or a sharp knife can be used.
    Number of serves - this recipe makes 16 large balls or 24 small balls.
    Storing and freezing - apricot balls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Alternatively, freeze the balls in an airtight container (or sealable plastic bags) for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 485IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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    1. Kerri Galway

      December 20, 2021 at 11:45 am

      Bloody amazing, best I’ve had

      Reply
      • Lucy

        December 21, 2021 at 10:53 am

        Fantastic!

        Reply
        • Marie Casey

          January 06, 2022 at 5:07 pm

          Made the apricot balls, best I’ve ever had a big hit with my Grandies love them

          Reply
          • Lucy

            January 07, 2022 at 9:16 am

            Fantastic!

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