Description
Moose Farts are a delightful no-bake treat made from sweetened shredded coconut, graham cracker crumbs, and chocolate chips, blended with sweetened condensed milk and butter for a soft, chewy, and creamy texture. These bite-sized balls are rolled in extra graham cracker crumbs for a perfect finish and are ideal for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet, easy-to-make dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, plus extra for rolling
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine base ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- Add dry ingredients and chocolate: Stir in the shredded coconut, graham cracker crumbs, salt, and mini chocolate chips until well combined.
- Chill the mixture: Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow it to firm up, making it easier to roll into balls.
- Form the balls: Shape the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls using your hands or a small scoop.
- Coat the balls: Roll each ball in extra graham cracker crumbs until fully coated to add texture and prevent sticking.
- Final chilling: Place the coated balls back in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to set them properly before serving.
Notes
- Use softened butter to ensure a smooth and creamy mixture free of lumps.
- Sweetened shredded coconut is essential for moisture and a chewy texture; unsweetened coconut can dry out the mixture.
- Graham cracker crumbs provide structure; if the mixture is too soft to roll, add an extra tablespoon or two of crumbs.
- Chill the mixture twice – before rolling and after coating – to achieve perfect firmness.
- Mini chocolate chips distribute evenly and give pleasant chocolate bursts in each bite.
- Make-ahead friendly: refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months for convenience during busy holiday seasons.
- Customize by swapping graham cracker crumbs for Biscoff crumbs, adding chopped nuts, or rolling in shredded coconut for a different finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg