introduction
These little no-bake bites are called Easter Bunny Coconut Tails. They are sweet, soft inside, and covered in pastel coconut. Kids love them and they take little time to make. Try them for an easy Easter treat or a spring snack, and you can pair them with other coconut dishes like baked cod in coconut lemon cream sauce for a full meal idea.
why make this recipe
- No baking needed.
- Fast to mix and shape.
- Uses simple pantry items.
- Fun for kids to help color and roll.
- Pretty pastel look for spring or Easter.
how to make Easter Bunny Coconut Tails
You mix the wet ingredients, add the medium-shred coconut and sugar, chill, then roll into small balls and coat with colored fine-shred coconut. Chill again to set.
Ingredients :
✔ 5 cups unsweetened coconut (medium shred), ✔ 2 cups unsweetened coconut (fine shred), ✔ 14 oz sweetened condensed milk, ✔ 2 tbsp butter, melted & cooled, ✔ 1 tsp vanilla extract, ✔ ¼ cup confectioner’s sugar, ✔ Liquid food coloring (for pastel magic!)
Directions :
1️⃣ In a large bowl, whisk condensed milk, melted butter & vanilla.
2️⃣ Stir in medium-shred coconut & confectioner’s sugar. Chill for 15 min.
3️⃣ Meanwhile, color the fine-shred coconut: Mix ½ cup with 3-4 drops of food coloring and blend until evenly colored. Repeat for each color.
4️⃣ Scoop chilled mixture into 1½ teaspoon portions, roll into balls, then coat in colored coconut.
5️⃣ Place on a baking sheet and chill for 1 hour to set.
6️⃣ Keep refrigerated until serving. Enjoy these sweet little bites! 🐰🥥
how to serve Easter Bunny Coconut Tails
Place them on a pretty plate or cupcake liners. Serve cold or slightly chilled. They make a nice small dessert or party bite. Let kids pick their favorite color.
how to store Easter Bunny Coconut Tails
Keep in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week. You can freeze them in a single layer on a tray, then move to a freezer bag for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
tips to make Easter Bunny Coconut Tails
- Use medium-shred for the mix so the balls hold shape.
- Chill the mixture before scooping to make rolling easier.
- Use a small scoop or 1½ teaspoon for even size.
- Press colored coconut gently into the ball so it sticks well.
- For a full picnic menu, add a savory main like bourbon chicken skillet dinner to balance the sweets.
variation (if any)
- Add a pinch of almond extract for a nutty note.
- Roll half the balls in cocoa powder for a chocolate twist.
- Make larger truffles and dip half in melted white chocolate, then sprinkle colored coconut.
- Shape into little bunnies by pinching small ears before coating.
FAQs
Q: Can I use sweetened coconut instead of unsweetened?
A: Yes, but the bites will be sweeter. You might reduce the confectioner’s sugar a bit.
Q: Can I make these dairy-free?
A: Try sweetened condensed coconut milk and a plant butter to keep them dairy-free.
Q: How long do they last at room temperature?
A: They will soften at room temp. Keep them refrigerated and only set out for short serving times.
Q: Can I skip coloring the coconut?
A: Yes. Plain white coconut is fine and still tasty.
Q: Is there a nut-free option?
A: This recipe is nut-free if you use coconut-only ingredients and check labels.
Easter Bunny Coconut Tails
Ingredients
Coconut Mixture
- 5 cups unsweetened coconut (medium shred) Use medium-shred coconut to help the bites hold shape.
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk Provides sweetness and binds the mixture.
- 2 tbsp butter, melted & cooled Melted butter adds richness.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
- ¼ cup confectioner’s sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
- Liquid food coloring For adding pastel colors to the shredded coconut.
Coating
- 2 cups unsweetened coconut (fine shred) Colored to coat the bites.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together the condensed milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Stir in the medium-shred coconut and confectioner’s sugar. Chill for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, mix ½ cup of fine-shred coconut with 3-4 drops of food coloring and blend until evenly colored. Repeat for each color.
Forming the Bites
- Scoop the chilled mixture into 1½ teaspoon portions and roll into balls.
- Coat the balls in the colored coconut.
- Place on a baking sheet and chill for 1 hour to set.