No-Bake Tim Tam Ball Bites with Chocolate and Coconut
Sweet no-bake treats combining crushed Tim Tam biscuits, chocolate, and coconut for a quick Australian-inspired snack. This australian-inspired snacks ready in about 15 minutes turns biscuits Tim Tam biscuits, (115 g), softened cream cheese, sweetened shredded coconut into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 10 biscuits Tim Tam biscuits
- 4 oz (115 g), softened cream cheese
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 10 Tim Tam biscuits into a food processor and pulse until finely crushed into crumbs.
- Step 2: Transfer the crumbs to a bowl and add 4 oz softened cream cheese. Mix together thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
- Step 3: Roll the mixture into 16 small bite-sized balls, about 1 inch diameter each.
- Step 4: Pour 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut onto a plate and roll each ball in the coconut to coat evenly.
- Step 5: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips with 1 tbsp coconut oil in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Step 6: Dip half of each coconut-coated ball into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, then place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Step 7: Refrigerate the Tim Tam balls for at least 1 hour to set the chocolate before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Tim Tam Ball Bites with Chocolate and Coconut take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Tim Tam Ball Bites with Chocolate and Coconut?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Tim Tam Ball Bites with Chocolate and Coconut?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Tim Tam Ball Bites with Chocolate and Coconut for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Tim Tam Ball Bites with Chocolate and Coconut?
Australian snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
