Description
Chocolate-drenched samoa truffles deliver caramel coconut magic with Girl Scout cookie nostalgia. Silky ganache centers wrapped in toasted coconut and drizzled chocolate invite sweet memories of classic island-inspired indulgence you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (200 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup (120 grams) shredded sweetened coconut, toasted
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) caramel sauce
Binding Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup (170 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (30 grams) toasted coconut
Instructions
- Transform shredded coconut into a golden, aromatic delight by spreading it evenly on a baking sheet and roasting at 350F (175C) for 5-7 minutes, stirring periodically to ensure uniform toasting. Allow the coconut to cool completely after achieving a rich, toasted color.
- Create a luscious truffle base by blending cream cheese, caramel sauce, and softened butter in a spacious mixing bowl. Incorporate vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency. Gently fold the cooled toasted coconut into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution.
- Craft uniform truffle spheres using a cookie scoop or spoon, carefully rolling the mixture into consistent one-inch balls. Arrange the formed truffles on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to solidify their structure.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, employing gentle 30-second intervals and stirring between each session to achieve a silky, smooth texture. Delicately submerge each chilled truffle into the molten chocolate, utilizing a fork or specialized dipping tool to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Elevate the truffles’ visual appeal by artfully drizzling additional melted chocolate in an elegant zigzag pattern before the initial coating sets. For an optional gourmet touch, sprinkle a light dusting of extra toasted coconut and a subtle pinch of sea salt across the surface.
- Return the decorated truffles to the refrigerator, allowing the chocolate coating to set completely. This final chilling process typically requires 1-2 hours. Once firm and glossy, these homemade Samoa-inspired truffles are ready to be savored and shared.
Notes
- Perfectly toast coconut by spreading it evenly and stirring frequently to prevent burning, ensuring a golden and fragrant result without scorching.
- Create smooth truffle mixture by using room temperature cream cheese and softened butter, which blend more easily and produce a creamier texture.
- Achieve professional-looking truffles by using a small cookie scoop for uniform size and chilling before chocolate coating to prevent melting and maintain shape.
- Elevate flavor complexity by sprinkling a pinch of sea salt after chocolate coating, which enhances the caramel and chocolate notes while adding a gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 169
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg