In your saucepan, combine coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and butter.

Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely.

Add the whole cloves; these will infuse the mixture with a subtle spice.

Note: Keep the heat moderate to avoid burning the sugar.

Continue cooking the mixture until it thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.

This will take about 15-20 minutes. The key here is patience; let the flavors meld together.

Warning: Stir continuously to prevent the mixture from sticking and burning.

Once the mixture is thick and shiny, remove from heat.

Discard the cloves and pour the mixture onto a greased baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Allow it to cool until it’s just warm to the touch.

Fact: The cooling step is crucial for achieving the perfect texture for your candies.

Grease your hands with a bit of butter and start shaping the mixture into small balls.

Place them on a parchment-lined tray to set, about 1 hour in a cool place.

Note: If the mixture sticks to your hands, butter them slightly more.