Thai Coconut Ball (Ka Nom Tom)

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 0

Delightful Thai Coconut Ball (Ka Nom Tom) recipe for your dessert cravings

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

135

Sugar

21g

Fat

Thai Coconut Ball (Ka Nom Tom) is a popular dessert in Thailand that is perfect for those with a sweet tooth. These small, bite-sized balls have a sticky coconut filling that is covered in a smooth glaze, making it a perfect after-meal snack. They are a beloved street food in Thailand usually made fresh and sold on the street, especially during the colder months. The texture of the balls is soft and sticky, which makes it an interesting texture experience with every bite. The unique combination of flavors will leave you wanting more.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, mix together the glutinous-rice flour, rice flour, sugar, pandan extract (optional), and warm water until the dough forms.
2.	Roll the dough into small balls about 1 inch in diameter.
3.	In a pot, boil the brown sugar and shredded coconut together until they form a sticky filling.
4.	Let the filling cool.
5.	Flatten each small ball by using the palm of your hand, and place a small amount of the filling in the center.
6.	Gently wrap the flattened dough around the filling and roll to form a ball shape.
7.	Repeat with remaining dough and filling. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

PROS

Thai Coconut Balls are a delightful dessert treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
These snacks are small, bite-sized balls that are perfect for sharing with friends or family.
It is easy to make and has a unique texture and taste.

CONS

This recipe includes a lot of sugar.
It is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconuts are known to be rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They might help support weight loss, reduce heart disease risk factors, and lower cholesterol level in the body. Glutinous rice and rice flour are both naturally gluten-free, providing people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance with alternative options to wheat flour.

	2 cups glutinous-rice flour , 2 cups
	1/2 cup rice flour , 1/2 cup
	1 -2 cup sugar , 1-2 cups
	pandan extract ( optional )
	1/2 cup warm water , 1/2 cup
	2 cups brown sugar , 2 cups
	2 cups shredded coconut , 2 cups