Description
These Samoa Truffles combine the beloved flavors of Samoa cookies with creamy cream cheese, luscious caramel, and toasted coconut, all wrapped in a rich chocolate coating. Perfectly bite-sized and deliciously indulgent, these no-bake truffles make a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 box of crushed Samoa cookies or vanilla wafers
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3 tbsp caramel sauce
- ½ tsp coconut extract
- 8 oz melted dark or milk chocolate
- ½ cup toasted coconut (for garnish)
Instructions
- Mix the base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed Samoa cookies (or vanilla wafers), softened cream cheese, caramel sauce, and coconut extract. Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
- Form truffles: Roll the dough into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prepare for chilling.
- Chill the truffles: Refrigerate the truffle balls for 30 minutes to allow them to firm up, making them easier to coat in chocolate.
- Melt the chocolate: While chilling, melt the dark or milk chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals to avoid burning, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Coat truffles in chocolate: Once the truffles are firm, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Return coated truffles to the parchment-lined sheet.
- Add garnish: Immediately sprinkle the toasted coconut over the chocolate-coated truffles while the chocolate is still soft to allow the coconut to adhere.
- Set the chocolate: Refrigerate the truffles for another 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has fully set and hardened, before serving.
Notes
- Use crushed Samoa cookies for authentic flavor or vanilla wafers as a substitute.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for easier mixing.
- To toast coconut, spread shredded coconut on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or until golden.
- Chill truffles properly to make coating easier and result in a better texture.
- Store the truffles in the refrigerator and serve chilled for best taste.
