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Chocolate Coconut Truffles
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Chef's Note
Dive into pure chocolate delight this National Chocolate Day with this irresistible chocolate coconut truffle recipe. These delectable morsels are created by blending creamy semi-sweet chocolate with the exotic flavor of shredded coconut. Roll them in a tempting layer of toasted coconut flakes for an exquisite treat that marries the richness of chocolate with the tropical allure of coconut.
Preparation
10 minutes
Chill
1 hour
Serves
4-6
Serving Size
2 truffles
Ingredients
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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8 oz. cream cheese
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
For toppings: -
Fiesta Tropicalé Unsweetened Organic Shredded Coconut, toasted
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Powdered sugar
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Unsweetened cocoa powder
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1/2 cup melted chocolate + 1 tbsp coconut oil
1
Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave in 30-second increments until fully melted.
2
Combine melted chocolate and softened cream cheese, mixing well until smooth.
3
Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Chill mixture in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
4
Scoop mixture into 2-tsp. mounds and roll into balls. Set aside.
5
For the toppings, melt chocolate and coconut oil in microwave in 30-second increments. Mix until smooth. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate and sprinkle with shredded coconut. Enjoy!