Easter Coconut Candy Cups

Decorative and delicious, these easter coconut candy cups are the perfect coconut treat to make this Easter holiday! 

I love to make homemade candy treats for the holidays. This year, I made coconut cups colored with natural botanicals and topped with festive Easter sprinkles. These candies are filled with creamy coconut and covered in white chocolate. 

Easter Coconut Candy Cups

For this recipe, you will need white chocolate (preferably melting chocolate), sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and botanical powders like butterfly pea flower powder, matcha powder, purple sweet potato powder (taro root) and bunny sprinkles. 

Melt 8 ounces of the chocolate in a double boiler or a microwave-safe bowl for a few minutes. Once melted, pour a tablespoon into lined muffin tins, covering the bottom of each tin with the chocolate. Place the muffin tin in the freezer to set.

Next, mix the shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk in a bowl. Separate the mixture into three smaller-sized bowls and stir in 1-2 teaspoons of botanical powders. Mix well and add more powder if needed to achieve desired color. 

Remove the muffin tin from the freezer and use a cookie scoop to portion the filling into the muffin tins, using all the different filling colors. Place the pan back into the freezer to set the filling.

Lastly, melt the remaining chocolate and pour it over each cup until the tops are covered evenly. If using bunny sprinkles, top each cup with an even amount of them. 

Place the coconut candy cups into the refrigerator to set for about 30 minutes to an hour. Once set, remove them from the muffin tins and serve.

Store leftover candy in the refrigerator for up to a week. 

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FAQ

Can I use regular chocolate instead of white chocolate for this recipe?

Yes, you can definitely use regular chocolate if you prefer. Dark chocolate or milk chocolate would both work well with these coconut candy cups!

Can I skip the botanical powders if I don’t have them?

Certainly! The botanical powders are used primarily for coloring and add a unique touch. If you don’t have them on hand or prefer not to use them, you can skip them or use food coloring instead.

Can I use sweetened shredded coconut instead of unsweetened?

Yes, you can use sweetened shredded coconut if that’s available. Just be mindful of the added sweetness, and you may want to adjust the amount of sweetened condensed milk accordingly to avoid overly sweet candy cups.

Can I make these coconut candy cups vegan?

Yes, you can make these coconut candy cups vegan by using dairy-free white chocolate and sweetened condensed coconut milk instead of regular sweetened condensed milk. Just check the ingredients of your chocolate to ensure it’s vegan-friendly.

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