Description
Coconut Almond Truffles are the kind of easy no-bake dessert that feels both cozy and elegant at once. Each bite is soft, creamy, and packed with sweet coconut flavor, with a whole almond tucked inside for the perfect little crunch. This is one of my favorite quick dessert recipes for holiday trays, party platters, edible gifts, and easy sweet snack ideas because it comes together with simple ingredients and delivers bakery-style results without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
14 whole almonds
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut for coating
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, mix 2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt until a thick sticky mixture forms.
2. Cover the bowl and chill the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes so it is easier to shape.
3. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and flatten it slightly in your hand.
4. Place 1 whole almond in the center, then wrap the coconut mixture around it and roll into a ball.
5. Repeat with the remaining mixture and almonds.
6. Roll each truffle in the extra 3/4 cup shredded coconut until fully coated.
7. Place the truffles on a parchment-lined plate or tray.
8. Chill for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
9. Serve cold or slightly chilled.
Notes
Use slightly damp hands when rolling the truffles to keep the mixture from sticking too much.
For a firmer texture, chill the shaped truffles a little longer before serving or storing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 146
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 34mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
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