Best 9 Chocolate Coconut Neapolitans Recipes

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Chocolate, coconut, and Neapolitans—a trio of flavors that together create a luscious dessert. The combination of rich chocolate, sweet coconut, and a layer of soft Neapolitan sponge cake makes for a delightful treat that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. With variations ranging from classic to modern, this versatile dessert can be tailored to suit any occasion, making it a timeless favorite among dessert enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipes for creating mouthwatering chocolate coconut Neapolitans.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE COCONUT NEAPOLITANS



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These yummy striped cookies with a chocolaty twist are easy and fun to make, but they do need some time in the freezer. -Lena Marie Brownell, Rockland, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 drops red food coloring
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, finely chopped
4-1/2 teaspoons chocolate syrup
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1-1/2 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with waxed paper; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Divide dough into thirds. Add almond extract and red food coloring to 1 portion; spread evenly into prepared pan. Add coconut to second portion; spread evenly over first layer. Add chocolate syrup to third portion; spread over second layer. Cover with foil; freeze for 4 hours or overnight., Unwrap loaf and cut in half lengthwise. Cut each portion widthwise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° until edges are lightly browned, 12-14 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip 1 end of each cookie into chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHOCOLATE COCONUT NAPOLEON



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 4h

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup granulated sugar
6 large egg yolks
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups whole milk
13 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped
1/4 cup Grand Marnier
3 1/4 cups shredded sweetened coconut
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • CHOCOLATE SAUCE FOR GARNISH:
  • Prepare the chocolate cream: The base of the chocolate cream is a creme anglaise, which is poured over chocolate to make a ganache.
  • Pour half of the sugar into a small mixing bowl and set the remaining sugar aside. Add the egg yolks and whisk until well combined. The mixture should be thick, smooth, and homogenous.
  • Pour the heavy cream, milk, and remaining sugar into a non-reactive 3-quart heavy-bottomed saucepan, place it over medium-high heat, and bring to a boil. Temper the egg mixture with the hot mixture by carefully pouring about 1/3 of the hot mixture into the egg mixture. Whisk immediately to keep the eggs from scrambling. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan and place over medium heat, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula. The liquid will begin to thicken. When it reaches 182 degrees on a candy thermometer and is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, it is finished and should be removed from the heat. If you do not have a thermometer, you can tell that it is finished by using the following method: In one quick motion, dip the spatula into the creme anglaise and hold it down horizontally in front of you. With the tip of your finger, wipe a clean line down the center of the spatula. If the trail keeps its shape, the creme anglaise is ready. If the trail fills with liquid, cook it for another minute and repeat the test. The objective is to remove the creme anglaise from the heat just before it boils. If the creme anglaise boils, the egg yolks will scramble. If this happens, you can still use it if you mix it with a hand-held immersion blender, food processor, or a blender. You will need a blade to liquefy the scrambled egg pieces. Remove from the heat.
  • Place the chopped chocolate in a medium-size mixing bowl and make a ganache by pouring the creme anglaise over the chocolate in two or three additions. Use a hand whisk to incorporate fully after each addition. The ganache should be thick, shiny, and smooth. Whisk in the Grand Marnier. Place in the refrigerator to cool and set. As the cream cools, the cocoa butter in the chocolate will harden and hold everything together. The cream will also become more flavorful as it cools. If you have time, make this a day in advance to give the chocolate flavor time to develop. (The chocolate cream can be stored in the refrigerator, tightly covered with plastic wrap, for up to 3 days.)
  • Prepare the tuiles: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Combine the coconut, sugar, eggs, and butter in a medium-size mixing bowl and mix with a hand whisk until well combined. Place a silicon mat on a baking sheet. (If you do not have a silicon mat, you can use a nonstick baking sheet.) Use a small offset spatula dipped in water to spread 4-inch circles of the tuile batter on the mat or baking sheet. Place in the oven and bake until evenly light golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Allow the tuiles to cool on a wire rack.
  • Assemble the Napoleon: Place one tuile in the center of each plate. Dip a large spoon in hot water and roll it through the chocolate cream to form a quenelle, or egg-shaped scoop, of chocolate cream. Place the chocolate cream in the center of the tuile and repeat for the remaining plates. Top with a second tuile and another quenelle of chocolate cream. Top each with a third tuile. Garnish the plate with the chocolate sauce and creme anglaise. You could also use fresh berries in season or chocolate shavings. Serve immediately.

CHOCOLATE COCONUT COOKIES



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 35m

Yield 16 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 large egg
3/4 cup sweetened coconut flakes
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cover 2 sheet trays with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Add the butter and sugars to a large bowl and beat with an electric hand mixer until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add the vanilla and egg and beat until incorporated. Add the flour mixture in increments, beating until well combined. Briefly beat in the coconut flakes, chocolate chips and pecans until mixed together. Using your hands, roll the dough into walnut-size balls and drop 8 on a sheet tray, leaving 2 1/2 inches of space between them. Flatten them slightly. Bake 13 minutes. Let cool on the sheet tray 5 minutes.

CHOCOLATE COCONUT NEAPOLITANS



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Lena Marie Brownell, 15, of Rockland, Massachusetts writes, 'These yummy striped cookies with a chocolaty twist are easy and fun to make, but they do need some time in the freezer.'

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 45m

Yield 66

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter (no substitutes), softened
1 ½ cups sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 drops red food coloring
½ cup flaked coconut, finely chopped
4 ½ teaspoons chocolate syrup
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 ½ teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. x 5-in. x 3-in. loaf pan with waxed paper; set aside. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
  • Divide dough into thirds. Add almond extract and red food coloring to one portion; spread evenly into prepared pan. Add coconut to second portion; spread evenly over first layer. Add chocolate syrup to third portion; spread over second layer. Cover with foil; freeze for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Unwrap loaf and cut in half lengthwise. Cut each portion widthwise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
  • In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until blended and smooth. Dip one end of each cookie into chocolate. Place on wire racks until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 48.8 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

NEAPOLITAN COCONUT STRIPS



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Prepare for an unparalleled (and unorthodox) blast of flavors in these stratified little candies. The exquisitely tender treats are emboldened with vanilla, chocolate, and coconut. Get the packaging how-to for the Neapolitan Coconut Strips.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 160 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces white chocolate, chopped
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 vanilla bean, split and scraped, pod reserved for another use
4 ounces finely shredded unsweetened coconut (1 1/4 cup)
4 ounces finely shredded sweetened coconut (1 1/3 cup)
1 ounce milk chocolate, melted
1 drop red gel-paste food coloring

Steps:

  • Line an 8-inch square cake pan with plastic wrap, leaving a 2-inch overhang on 2 sides. Combine white chocolate, condensed milk, butter, salt, and vanilla seeds in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until smooth. Remove from heat, and stir in both types of coconut.
  • Divide mixture among 3 bowls. Stir milk chocolate into 1 batch and food coloring into another. Leave third plain.
  • Spread milk-chocolate mixture into bottom of pan. Gently dollop plain mixture over top, covering as much surface as possible. Gently spread, then repeat with the remaining mixture. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  • Unmold coconut square using plastic overhang, and discard plastic. Trim about 1/4 inch each from 2 parallel sides. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide slices. Cut each slice into 1 1/2-inch-long strips. Cover, and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

CHOCOLATE COCONUT NEAPOLITANS



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Lena Marie Brownell, 15, of Rockland, Massachusetts writes, 'These yummy striped cookies with a chocolaty twist are easy and fun to make, but they do need some time in the freezer.'

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 45m

Yield 66

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter (no substitutes), softened
1 ½ cups sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 drops red food coloring
½ cup flaked coconut, finely chopped
4 ½ teaspoons chocolate syrup
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 ½ teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. x 5-in. x 3-in. loaf pan with waxed paper; set aside. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
  • Divide dough into thirds. Add almond extract and red food coloring to one portion; spread evenly into prepared pan. Add coconut to second portion; spread evenly over first layer. Add chocolate syrup to third portion; spread over second layer. Cover with foil; freeze for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Unwrap loaf and cut in half lengthwise. Cut each portion widthwise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
  • In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until blended and smooth. Dip one end of each cookie into chocolate. Place on wire racks until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 48.8 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

COCONUT NEAPOLITAN COOKIES



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Whip up a batch of these scrumptious Coconut Neapolitan Cookies for your upcoming holiday party. Enjoy them with a cold glass of milk or hot chocolate. These fun, colorful Coconut Neapolitan Cookies are bright, festive and totally delicious!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 4h41m

Yield 30 serviings, 3 cookies each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut
2-1/2 cups flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. (1/2 of 0.14-oz. pkt.) KOOL-AID Strawberry Flavor Unsweetened Drink Mix
1 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Spread coconut onto rimmed baking sheet. Bake 5 min. or until dry but not browned, stirring occasionally; cool. Turn oven off.
  • Combine flour and baking powder. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl with mixer until light and fluffy. Blend in egg and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  • Divide dough into thirds; place each in separate bowl. Add one of the following to dough in each bowl: dry drink mix, melted chocolate and coconut; mix well.
  • Line 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment, with ends of parchment extending over sides. Press red-colored dough onto bottom of prepared pan. Cover with layers of coconut-flavored dough, then chocolate dough, gently pressing layers together to seal. Refrigerate 4 hours or until firm.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Use parchment handles to remove dough from pan; remove and discard parchment. Cut dough into 3 lengthwise strips, then cut each strip crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place, 1 inch apart, on parchment-covered baking sheets.
  • Bake 9 to 11 min. or until edges of cookies are firm to the touch but not browned. Cool on pan 1 min. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 75 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.6322 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

CHOCOLATE-COCONUT BARS



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These decadent bars are inspired by Hello Dollies, a popular Southern dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups finely ground cookies (12 ounces), such as graham crackers or chocolate wafers, or a combination
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup pecan pieces
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly splash a 15-by-10-inch rimmed baking sheet evenly with water, then line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cookie crumbs, sugar, and butter until combined. Evenly press onto bottom and up sides of prepared baking sheet. Bake, rotating halfway through, until firm, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; cool, about 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cooled crust evenly with pecans and chocolate. Pour condensed milk over the top, spreading to cover completely (do not let it drip over the edges). Sprinkle with coconut.
  • Bake until coconut is toasted, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool completely. Trim edges, if desired, and cut into equal-size bars.

CRISPY CHOCOLATE COCONUT NESTS



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Ever have those crunchy chocolate coconut candies from Godiva? These are WONDERFUL and sweet! Lovely addition to Christmas cookie trays and fun to make with children. Takes maybe 10 minutes from start to finish.

Provided by NitaCook

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 10m

Yield 20 quarter sized candies

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 (16 ounce) bag dark chocolate chips or 1 (16 ounce) bag good quality sweetened chocolate
1 (16 ounce) bag shredded coconut

Steps:

  • I've estimated the bag size but you want to have approximately equal amounts of each ingredient.
  • Spread the shredded coconut in a baking pan and toast in the oven at 400° until a shade darker than golden brown (maybe 5 minutes or so I think- I never time it, just go by the color really.) Melt chocolate chips in microwave, stirring occasionally until melted.
  • (Don't over cook these or the chocolate will burn and become permanently solid) Stir coconut and chocolate together until all coconut is covered.
  • Drop by small spoonfuls onto wax paper and refrigerate until solid.
  • --I don't like semisweet chocolate in this recipe.
  • Milk or dark chocolate tastes better in my opinion, but use whatever you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.2, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 0.9, Sodium 11.4, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 1.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 50% is a good choice.
  • Make sure the chocolate is finely chopped before melting it. This will help it melt evenly and smoothly.
  • Don't overheat the chocolate. Overheating can cause the chocolate to seize up and become grainy.
  • Use a double boiler or microwave to melt the chocolate. This will help prevent it from overheating.
  • If you're using a microwave to melt the chocolate, do so in short increments, stirring in between each increment. This will help prevent the chocolate from overheating.
  • If you're using a double boiler to melt the chocolate, make sure the water in the bottom pot is simmering, not boiling. The steam from the simmering water will gently melt the chocolate.
  • Once the chocolate is melted, stir in the coconut and nuts until they are evenly coated.
  • Pour the chocolate mixture into a prepared pan and refrigerate until firm.
  • Once the chocolate is firm, cut it into squares or bars and serve.

Conclusion:

These chocolate coconut Neapolitans are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual party to a formal gathering. With their rich chocolate flavor, sweet coconut, and crunchy nuts, these Neapolitans are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these chocolate coconut Neapolitans a try. You won't be disappointed.

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