Desserts
Coconut Carrot Balls
A family recipe since June 2013
Sweet, coconut-coated carrot balls made with milk powder and ghee—an easy, kid-friendly treat that comes together on the stovetop and sets in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
45 min total12 servings
Ingredients
- Carrot - 2 cup
- Sugar - 3/4 cup
- Milk powder - 1/2 cup
- Sweetened dried coconut - 1/4 cup
- Almonds
- Ghee - 1 tbsp
Instructions
- 1Wash and peel the carrots, then grate them finely so they cook evenly.
- 2Heat a pan over medium heat, add the grated carrot and a little water, cover, and cook until the carrots are soft, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- 3Stir in the sugar and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes drier and begins to clump together.
- 4Remove the pan from heat and let the carrot mixture cool until it is comfortable to handle.
- 5Stir in the milk powder and ghee until the mixture is evenly combined and holds together when pressed.
- 6Take a small handful of the mixture, press an almond into the center, and shape it into a smooth ball.
- 7Spread the sweetened dried coconut on a plate and roll each ball in the coconut to coat it evenly.
- 8Chill the balls in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to firm up before serving.
- 9Serve the coconut carrot balls chilled for a refreshing, bite-sized sweet.
