The coconut, ricotta, and white chocolate truffles are a small magic of sweetness and lightness, perfect for those who love simple and delicious desserts.
Imagine a bite-sized treat that combines the delicacy of ricotta with the enveloping sweetness of white chocolate, enriched by the fresh exotic note of coconut flour. These truffles are so easy and quick to prepare that, in just 5 minutes, you’ll have a fresh dessert ready, without needing to turn on the oven or wait for long leavening times. You just have to mix all the ingredients and form the balls to roll in shredded coconut.
Perfect as a last-minute dessert, a tasty snack, or a thoughtful gift, these no-bake truffles are a fresh and refined idea that satisfies your sweet cravings.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Rest time: 20 Minutes
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 13 Pieces
- Cooking methods: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 113.57 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 6.32 (g) of which sugars 3.51 (g)
- Proteins 2.60 (g)
- Fat 9.17 (g) of which saturated 2.21 (g)of which unsaturated 0.91 (g)
- Fibers 0.08 (g)
- Sodium 21.25 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 28 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Coconut, Ricotta, and White Chocolate Truffles
- 1 cup ricotta
- 1 1/2 cups coconut flour
- 1/3 cup white chocolate
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Preparation of Coconut, Ricotta, and White Chocolate Truffles
In a bowl, place the ricotta with the powdered sugar and start working it with a spoon until it becomes creamy.
Then, add the coconut flour and white chocolate shavings and continue to mix the ingredients. You need to obtain a homogeneous and not overly soft mixture.
Take a spoonful of the mixture and form balls with your hands. Roll them in the shredded coconut and arrange them on a tray as you prepare them.
When the truffles are ready, transfer them to the fridge and let them rest for 20 minutes.
Tips
You can enrich your truffles by inserting a whole hazelnut or almond in the center.
Storage of Coconut and Ricotta Truffles
The balls with coconut, ricotta, and white chocolate can be stored in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days.
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FAQ
Can white chocolate be melted instead of using it in shavings?
You can, but the result will be different: the shavings give a slight crunchiness, which creates a nice contrast with the softness of the mixture. If you prefer a more enveloping and uniform taste, you can melt it and mix it with the ricotta.
I don’t have shredded coconut for decoration, can I use something else?
Of course! Try with almond granules, unsweetened cocoa powder, or chopped pistachios: each version will give an original touch to the truffles.
Can I replace white chocolate with dark or milk chocolate?
Yes, although the flavor will change: dark chocolate will make the truffles more intense, and milk chocolate will make them sweeter.
