These chocolate coconut truffles are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate with the tropical flavor of coconut. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, they make an excellent snack or dessert for any occasion.
This Chocolate Coconut Truffles Recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal ingredients, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced cooks.
Easy Chocolate Coconut Truffles Recipe
These truffles are made with a creamy chocolate ganache center rolled in shredded coconut for a deliciously sweet and chewy bite. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and sets in the refrigerator, yielding approximately 12 truffles.
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (optional for rolling)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat the Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
- Melt the Chocolate: Add the chocolate chips to the hot cream and let sit for a minute. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, mixing well.
- Chill the Mixture: Allow the chocolate ganache to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
- Shape the Truffles: Once the ganache is firm, use a small scoop or your hands to form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Coat the Truffles: Roll each truffle in shredded coconut or cocoa powder until fully coated. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill Again: Refrigerate the truffles for an additional 30 minutes to set before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 12 truffles
- Calories: 90kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
