Best 6 Banana Coconut Amaze Balls Recipes

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Are you searching for a delectable, nutritious snack that will satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your health goals? Look no further than the delightful "Banana Coconut Amaze Balls". These bite-sized treats are a harmonious blend of ripe bananas, luscious coconut, and a symphony of wholesome ingredients that create a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you're an avid health enthusiast, a fitness buff, or simply seeking a guilt-free indulgence, these amaze balls are sure to become a staple in your snacking repertoire.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE COCONUT BALLS



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield 30 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup toasted chopped Macadamia nuts
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
8 ounces sweetened shredded coconut
One 12-ounce bag semisweet chocolate morsels, melted
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • In a bowl mix together the nuts, condensed milk, almond extract and coconut. Using your fingers, press the mixture into balls about 3/4-inch round. Place onto sheet trays and let rest at room temperature for 4 hours or in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • After the balls have set up, melt the chocolate and shortening until smooth. Dip into the chocolate to coat evenly and lightly. Place onto a parchment or foil lined sheet pan to dry.

BANANA COCONUT AMAZE-BALLS



BANANA COCONUT AMAZE-BALLS image

Categories     Candy     Breakfast     Side     Banana

Yield 4 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

(Makes 10 2-inch balls)
1/3 Cup of Macadamia Nut Cookie
1 Banana
1/2 Cup Pitted Dates
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/2 tsp Vanilla
1 Cup Chocolate Chips for melting (and snacking!)

Steps:

  • Pick out a ripe banana or microwave a banana for 40 seconds then mix with Macadamia Nut Cookie in a medium mixing bowl . Process dates in a food processor pulsing until they are cut up into small pieces. Combine with banana and coconut butter mixture and add cinnamon and vanilla. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper and use an ice cream scoop to place 'amaze-balls' onto the sheet. (Optional: stick a couple of chocolate chips on top of the balls before freezing). Freeze banana-coconut balls for 20 minutes. Once balls are frozen and firm, melt chocolate chips in double broiler or microwave, melting 30 seconds at a time and stirring. Carefully dip ball into melted chocolate and place on the parchment sheet again. Be sure to cover the sides for more chocolate flavor and repeat for the rest of the batch. Place in refrigeration if they are being served right away or freeze for later! . Enjoy!!!

BANANA COCONUT LOAF



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A very attractive loaf, and a flavor to match.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     100+ Banana Bread Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter, melted
1 cup mashed bananas
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup flaked coconut
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup maraschino cherries, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix together flour, coconut, baking powder, baking soda, salt, chopped walnuts, and cherries.
  • Break eggs in a mixing bowl, and beat until light and frothy. Add sugar and melted butter or margarine. Beat well. Stir in mashed banana and flavoring. Add flour mixture, and stir just to combine. Spoon into greased 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes, and remove from pan. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 285.9 mg, Sugar 20.3 g

BANANA COCONUT MUFFINS



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Make and share this Banana Coconut Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 8 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 very ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2/3 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line muffin cups with paper muffin liners.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Whisk together bananas, butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, and 1/2 cup coconut in a large bowl until combined well, then fold in flour mixture until flour is just moistened.
  • Divide batter among lined muffin cups and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup coconut.
  • Bake until muffins are puffed and golden, about 25 minutes.
  • Transfer muffins to a rack and cool slightly.

BANANA COCONUT POPCORN BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



Banana Coconut Popcorn Bars Recipe by Tasty image

A poppin' new twist on the classic crispy rice treat! When cooking the honey and brown sugar mixture, make sure you stir frequently to avoid burning, and feel free to get creative with your favorite mix-ins. These make for a perfect game-day snack with plenty of sweet and savory surprises.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups popcorn, crushed
3 cups brown rice, puffed
2 cups banana chips, roughly chopped, plus more for topping
1 cup toasted coconut flakes
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds, plus more for topping
¾ cup honey
1 cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Line a 9x13-inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the popcorn, puffed rice, chopped banana chips, coconut flakes, and sesame seeds.
  • In a small pot over medium-high heat, combine the honey, brown sugar, and salt. Cook until the brown sugar dissolves, stirring frequently to avoid burning, 2-3 minutes. Let the mixture to come to a low boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove the pot from the heat.
  • Pour the honey and brown sugar mixture over the popcorn mixture. Using a rubber spatula, stir until the dry ingredients are well coated and beginning to stick together.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Using lightly moistened hands, press the mixture into the baking dish in an even layer.
  • Top with more sesame seeds and banana chips.
  • Set aside in a cool place for 1 hour to set, then cut into 12 bars.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696 calories, Carbohydrate 141 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 41 grams

FRIED BANANA BALLS



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An easy delicious banana fritter recipe. Drop by them by the tablespoon to form the balls.

Provided by El's Girl

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
4 very ripe bananas
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
oil for frying
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Mash bananas, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon together in a separate bowl. Stir flour mixture into banana mixture until batter is well mixed.
  • Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Drop batter by to tablespoon into to oil; cook until lightly golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer banana balls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool slightly. Dust banana balls with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 87.9 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: Overripe bananas are sweeter and have a more intense flavor.
  • Use unsweetened coconut flakes: This will help to keep the amaze balls from being too sweet.
  • Add a little honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness. If you want a sweeter amaze ball, you can add a little honey or maple syrup. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Roll the amaze balls in chopped nuts or seeds for a crunchy coating. This is a great way to add some extra texture and flavor to the amaze balls.
  • Store the amaze balls in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. These amaze balls will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Banana coconut amaze balls are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them sweet, crunchy, or somewhere in between, these amaze balls are sure to please. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give these banana coconut amaze balls a try!

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