Description
Coconut Pineapple Bites are a refreshing and tropical no-bake snack featuring fresh pineapple chunks coated in a luscious mixture of shredded coconut, Greek yogurt, and honey or maple syrup. This easy-to-make treat offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, ideal for a light dessert or a healthy snack. Garnished with fresh mint leaves, these bites are chilled to enhance their texture and flavor, making them a delightfully cool option for warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 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, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple: Peel and cut the fresh pineapple into bite-sized chunks. Set any excess pineapple juice aside, and place the pineapple pieces in a mixing bowl to prepare for coating.
- Prepare the Coconut Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the shredded coconut with Greek yogurt and honey or maple syrup if using. Mix thoroughly until you achieve a cohesive and sticky mixture. For a simpler version, omit the yogurt and honey and use only shredded coconut.
- Coat the Pineapple: Using your hands or a fork, take each pineapple chunk and thoroughly coat it in the coconut mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly covered. For a lighter coating, simply roll the pineapple pieces in shredded coconut without the yogurt mixture.
- Chill the Bites: Arrange the coated pineapple bites on a serving platter or tray in a single layer. Place them in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the coating to firm up and the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, garnish the bites with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve the Coconut Pineapple Bites cold for a refreshing and delicious snack or dessert.
Notes
- You can choose sweetened or unsweetened shredded coconut depending on your sweetness preference.
- Greek yogurt and honey/maple syrup are optional but add creaminess and extra sweetness to the coating.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and plant-based yogurt or no yogurt at all.
- These bites are best served chilled and consumed within 1-2 days for maximum freshness.
- Excess pineapple juice can be used in smoothies or as a refreshing drink.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tropical
