The ricotta and coconut truffles filled with hazelnut cream are irresistible no-bake treats: soft, fragrant, and with a creamy heart that captivates at the first taste. Preparing them is child’s play, perfect to make even with kids, ideal to serve as a summer snack, a tasty break, or as a dessert at the end of a meal.
The base is very simple: fresh ricotta, coconut flour, and sugar. Then you form balls that hide a creamy surprise: the filling! Once ready, roll them in unsweetened cocoa and let them rest in the fridge. Easier than this!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 18 Pieces
- Cooking methods: No Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons, Summer
Ingredients
- 7 oz ricotta
- 1 3/4 cups grated coconut (desiccated)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 18 teaspoons hazelnut spread
- to taste unsweetened cocoa
Tools
- Spatula
- Bowl
- Baking paper
Steps
On a sheet of baking paper, place 18 teaspoons of hazelnut spread well-spaced. Put them in the freezer to firm up while you prepare the dough.
In a bowl, combine the well-drained ricotta, sugar, and coconut flour. Mix until you get a homogeneous and compact mixture.
Take portions of about 0.7 oz of dough, flatten them gently between two sheets of baking paper so they don’t stick to your hands, then place a teaspoon of the firmed-up cream in the center. Close well with moist hands forming a ball.
Roll each truffle in cocoa to coat evenly.
Place the truffles on a tray and let them rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Storage
Store the ricotta and coconut truffles in the refrigerator, inside an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Freezing is not recommended due to the ricotta.
Tips
• For an aromatic version, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract or grated lemon zest.
• The spread needs to be very cold, otherwise, it tends to leak out while you close the truffles.
• If you want to make a white version, you can use a white spread such as white chocolate or pistachio.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can they be prepared the day before?
Absolutely! They stay perfect even the next day and are ideal served cold.
