Bolitas De Coco

Bolitas de Coco: A Sweet Treat from Costa Rica

What are Bolitas de Coco?

Bolitas de coco are small, soft coconut balls that are a popular sweet treat in Costa Rica. They are made from a mixture of sweetened condensed milk, coconut, and galletas Maria or Graham crackers. Bolitas de coco are typically rolled in powdered sugar and served chilled.

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup galletas Maria or Graham crackers, crushed
• Powdered sugar, for rolling

Instructions

1.

In a medium bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, coconut, and galletas Maria or Graham crackers. Mix well until the ingredients are combined.

2.

Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

3.

Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

4.

Roll the balls in powdered sugar before serving.