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In a large bowl, thoroughly combine powdered sugar, desiccated coconut, and sweetened condensed milk until a cohesive mixture forms.
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Shape mixture into 1-inch spheres using your hands, arranging them evenly on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.
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In a microwave-safe glass bowl, melt chocolate chips with shortening, pausing to stir once or twice, until the mixture is completely smooth.
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Dip each chilled coconut ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess coating to drip off. Place coated balls back onto the wax paper.
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Allow chocolate to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator until firm. Store finished coconut balls refrigerated in an airtight container.