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Snowballs Coconut Fudge Truffles Recipe

Snowballs Coconut Fudge Truffles Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Heavenly snowballs coconut fudge truffles dance with rich chocolate and sweet coconut, creating an irresistible dessert. Smooth, creamy centers rolled in delicate coconut flakes promise pure indulgence that melts perfectly on palates.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsweetened grated coconut
  • 1/2 cup unflavored whey protein
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream or coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil (melted)

Sweetener and Binding:

  • 1/4 cup powdered sweetener (erythritol, monk fruit, or stevia)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut flour

Flavoring:

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gently heat heavy cream and butter in a small saucepan over low temperature, stirring continuously until completely melted and seamlessly integrated. Allow mixture to cool slightly after removing from heat.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly blend whey protein, powdered sweetener, coconut flour, and unsweetened grated coconut until evenly distributed.
  3. Gradually incorporate the warm cream-butter mixture into dry ingredients, stirring consistently to create a smooth, dense dough. Mix in vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Using clean hands, carefully shape the mixture into compact, uniform spheres approximately 1 inch in diameter. If mixture feels overly sticky, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to enhance firmness.
  5. Prepare a shallow dish with additional unsweetened grated coconut. Methodically roll each formed truffle in coconut, ensuring complete and even coverage.
  6. Arrange coconut-encrusted truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for minimum 1 hour to allow complete solidification and enhance flavor melding.
  7. Retrieve truffles from refrigerator and serve chilled. For optimal freshness, store remaining truffles in sealed container within refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

  • Chill the dough if it feels too sticky, making it easier to roll into perfect spheres without messy hands.
  • Use a small cookie scoop for uniform truffle sizes, ensuring consistent shape and even coating.
  • Experiment with alternative coatings like crushed nuts, dark chocolate shavings, or a dusting of cocoa powder for varied textures and flavors.
  • For a dairy-free version, swap heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use coconut oil instead of butter, maintaining the recipe’s creamy consistency.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Melting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 98 kcal
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 14 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 21 mg