Delightful Chocolate Cherry Coconut Truffles
Delight in the rich flavors of Delightful Chocolate Cherry Coconut Truffles, a luxurious treat that combines smooth dark chocolate, tart dried cherries, and crunchy coconut flakes. These indulgent truffles are perfect for any occasion—from elegant dinner parties to personal sweet cravings. With their eye-catching appearance and mouthwatering taste, they are sure to impress friends and family alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (60% cocoa or higher)
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped dried cherries and sweetened condensed milk until well-mixed.
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Mix half of the melted chocolate into the cherry mixture to create a filling.
- Roll the mixture into one-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up.
- Once chilled, roll each truffle in cocoa powder or dip in remaining melted chocolate and optionally coat with coconut flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (25g)
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg