Description
Samoa Truffles blend caramel, chocolate, and coconut in a delightful no-bake dessert inspired by classic Girl Scout cookies. Chocolate lovers will savor these rich, creamy bites that deliver a perfect balance of sweet and indulgent flavors you can enjoy anytime.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (200 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup (120 grams) sweetened coconut, toasted
- ½ cup (120 ml/4 fl oz) caramel sauce
- ¼ cup (60 grams/2 oz) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (170 grams/6 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (30 grams/1 oz) toasted coconut
Instructions
- Toasting Coconut: Spread shredded coconut on a baking sheet and roast at 350F (175C) for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown. Cool completely.
- Truffle Base Preparation: In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, caramel sauce, softened butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in the cooled toasted coconut, ensuring even distribution.
- Forming and Chilling Truffles: Using a cookie scoop, shape the mixture into uniform one-inch balls. Place on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Chocolate Coating: Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second intervals, stirring between each session. Dip chilled truffles into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage with a fork or dipping tool.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle additional melted chocolate in a zigzag pattern. Optionally, sprinkle extra toasted coconut and a pinch of sea salt over the truffles.
- Final Chilling: Return truffles to the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until the chocolate coating sets completely. Serve and enjoy these Samoa-inspired treats.
Notes
Maximize Coconut Toasting: Spread coconut evenly and watch carefully to prevent burning, stirring frequently for consistent golden-brown color without scorching.
Prevent Truffle Crumbling: Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for smooth blending, which helps bind ingredients and maintain structural integrity.
Chocolate Coating Technique: Use a fork or dipping tool for clean, even chocolate coverage, allowing excess to drip off to create a thin, glossy shell without pooling.
Flavor Enhancement Tip: Sprinkle sea salt and extra toasted coconut just before chocolate sets to add textural contrast and intensify the tropical caramel-like flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 25
- Calories: 193
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg