Mascarpone and Chocolate Truffles: Easy and Delicious Recipe with Shredded Coconut: An irresistible recipe for mascarpone and chocolate truffles, coated with a generous sprinkle of shredded coconut. These treats are perfect for any occasion, from a tasty snack to a homemade gift. The combination of dark chocolate and mascarpone creates a soft and creamy center, while the coconut adds an exotic note that makes them truly special. The preparation is quick and simple, and the result is always a success!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 20
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 124.97 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 6.77 (g) of which sugars 3.28 (g)
- Proteins 1.48 (g)
- Fat 10.84 (g) of which saturated 7.39 (g)of which unsaturated 1.05 (g)
- Fibers 1.65 (g)
- Sodium 9.35 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 1 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
- 1 cup cup mascarpone
- 3.5 oz oz dark chocolate
- 0.42 cup cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cup desiccated coconut
Steps
1. Melt the chocolate: First, melt the dark chocolate. You can do this in a bain-marie, stirring continuously, or in the microwave: just place the chocolate in a suitable container and heat it in 20-30 second intervals, stirring each time until you get a smooth and uniform consistency.
2. Prepare the mascarpone cream: In a large bowl, combine the mascarpone and powdered sugar. Stir vigorously until you get a smooth and creamy mixture. If you like, add the vanilla extract for an aromatic touch.
3. Combine the chocolate with the mascarpone: Now, add the melted chocolate to the mascarpone mixture and mix well until you obtain a homogeneous cream.
4. Shape the truffles: With slightly damp hands, take small amounts of the mixture and shape them into balls of your preferred size. If you want to make about 20-25 truffles, try to make the balls similar in size for uniformity.
5. Roll in coconut: Pour the shredded coconut onto a small plate. Roll each ball in the coconut, trying to cover it well on all sides. This step will give our truffles an irresistible look and an even more delicious flavor!
6. Chill in the refrigerator: Place the truffles on a tray lined with parchment paper and put them in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This time will help them solidify and get a nice consistency.
These mascarpone and chocolate truffles are simple to prepare but absolutely irresistible! Perfect for pampering yourself or giving as a delicious homemade gift.
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If the mixture is too soft to shape into balls, you can place it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before proceeding with shaping. As an alternative to coconut, you can use unsweetened cocoa, chopped pistachios, or powdered sugar to coat the truffles. The truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, and they can also be frozen by wrapping them well in plastic wrap to have them always ready when needed.
If the mixture is too soft to shape into balls, you can place it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before proceeding with shaping. As an alternative to coconut, you can use unsweetened cocoa, chopped pistachios, or powdered sugar to coat the truffles. The truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, and they can also be frozen by wrapping them well in plastic wrap to have them always ready when needed.
