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Coconut Almond Truffles


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 24 truffles 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious coconut almond truffles made with shredded coconut, white chocolate, and almonds.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 24 whole almonds
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut for coating

Instructions

  1. Toast the almonds at 350°F (175°C) for 7–10 minutes until fragrant, then let them cool.
  2. In a large bowl, mix 2 cups shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, melted white chocolate, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
  3. Chill the mixture for 30–40 minutes in the refrigerator or 15–20 minutes in the freezer.
  4. Scoop about a tablespoon of mixture, flatten slightly, place an almond in the center, and roll into a ball.
  5. Roll each ball in the reserved 1/2 cup shredded coconut until fully coated.
  6. Place truffles on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the almonds are thoroughly toasted for better flavor.
  • You can substitute the white chocolate with dark chocolate if preferred.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 truffle
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg