Soft, chewy no-bake coconut treats coated in fluffy shredded coconut and shaped like adorable bunny tails. These festive Easter bites are sweet, creamy, and perfect for spring dessert tables or holiday gifting.
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Step 1
Mix the Base
In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 2
Add Coconut
Stir in the 5 cups shredded coconut and powdered sugar until a thick, moldable mixture forms.
Step 3
Chill the Mixture
Refrigerate the mixture for 15 minutes to make shaping easier.
Step 4
Color the Coating
Divide the finely shredded coconut into separate bowls and tint each portion with a few drops of pastel food coloring. Mix until evenly colored.
Step 5
Shape Bunny Tails
Scoop about 1 1/2 teaspoons of mixture and roll into small balls.
Step 6
Coat in Coconut
Roll each ball in the colored coconut until fully covered.
Step 7
Set and Chill
Place on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 60 minutes until firm.
Step 8
Serve
Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy chilled or slightly softened at room temperature.
Use Liquid Food Coloring
Liquid coloring distributes more evenly through coconut than gel coloring.
Prevent Sticky Hands
Lightly dampen your hands before rolling the coconut mixture.
Uniform Size
Use a small cookie scoop to keep all bunny tails the same size.
White Chocolate Bunny Tails
Drizzle the finished coconut tails with melted white chocolate before serving.
Almond Coconut Tails
Replace half the vanilla extract with almond extract for a bakery-style flavor.
Rainbow Bunny Tails
Use multiple pastel colors and arrange them together for a colorful Easter display.
Refrigerator
5 days
Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and texture.
Freezer
2 months
Freeze in a sealed freezer-safe container and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
Q: Can I make these ahead of Easter?
A: Yes, they can be made several days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Q: Can I use sweetened coconut?
A: Yes, but the finished treats will be noticeably sweeter.
Q: Do I need food coloring?
A: No, plain white coconut creates realistic fluffy bunny tails.
Q: Can children help make this recipe?
A: Absolutely. Rolling and coating the coconut balls is a fun activity for kids.
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