TROPICAL COCONUT MACAROON TRUFFLES WITH LEMON ZEST 🌴🍋
Ingredients:
2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon
1/4 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Pinch of salt
Directions:
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the macaroons from sticking during baking. This step is essential as it prepares the foundation for your delightful truffles.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, lemon zest, crushed pineapple, and a pinch of salt. Ensure that all the ingredients are mixed thoroughly. The mixture should be sticky but uniform.
Once you have the mixture ready, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls using your hands. The sticky coconut mixture will hold together nicely, and rolling them will give your truffles a lovely rounded shape.
Place the balls onto the lined baking sheet, leaving some space in between as they will expand slightly while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown on the outside. Watch closely to prevent burning, as every oven can vary slightly in cooking times.
While the macaroons are cooling, melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil together. This can be done in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments (stirring in between) until smooth.
Once the macaroons are cool to the touch, dip each one in the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off before placing them back on the parchment-lined sheet.
For an extra zesty touch, sprinkle additional lemon zest on top of the dipped truffles while the chocolate is still wet. This will enhance the flavor and give them a beautiful presentation.
Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature, or place the tray in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to speed up the process.
Once the chocolate has hardened, your Tropical Coconut Macaroon Truffles are ready to enjoy!
Additional Information:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: Approximately 12 truffles
Nutritional info: Around 120 calories per truffle
Notes:
Feel free to add chopped nuts or dried tropical fruits to the coconut mixture for added texture.
Store any leftover truffles in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to a week.
