Description
Coconut Pineapple Bites are a tropical, refreshing treat featuring juicy pineapple coated in a sweet and creamy coconut mixture. Quick to prepare and bursting with natural fruit flavors, these bites offer a healthy dessert or snack option suitable for many dietary needs. Perfectly customizable—make them extra creamy with yogurt and honey or keep them light and simple with just coconut and pineapple.
Ingredients
Pineapple
- 1 medium fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
Coconut Coating
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened, based on preference)
- 1⁄4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for creaminess)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
Garnish
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple: Peel the pineapple, remove the core, and cut into bite-sized chunks. Set aside.
- Mix the Coconut Coating: In a medium bowl, combine shredded coconut with Greek yogurt and honey or maple syrup, if using. Mix until the coconut is lightly moistened and coated.
- Coat the Pineapple: Working one piece at a time, coat each pineapple chunk thoroughly in the coconut mixture using your hands or a fork. For a lighter option, roll the pineapple directly in dry shredded coconut.
- Chill: Arrange the coated pineapple bites on a serving platter or tray lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the coating to firm and the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, top with fresh mint leaves for a burst of color and flavor, if desired. Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup and dairy-free yogurt (or skip yogurt).
- Unsweetened coconut keeps the bites lighter, while sweetened coconut makes them more dessert-like.
- Chilling is essential for best texture—don’t skip this step!
- These bites are best eaten the same day but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
