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pina colada truffles

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πŸ₯₯ Delight in the tropical flavors of Pina Colada Truffles, a perfect bite-sized treat.
🍍 These truffles combine creamy pineapple and coconut with rich white chocolate for an indulgent no-bake delight.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 28 truffles

Ingredients

– Β½ cup sweetened shredded coconut

– 33 Golden Oreo cookies

– 8 ounces cream cheese

– 8 ounces canned crushed pineapple

– 2 tablespoons coconut rum

– 20 ounces white chocolate melting wafers

Instructions

First Step: Toast the Coconut
Place Β½ cup sweetened shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Stir frequently for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.

Second Step: Process the Cookies
Using a food processor, pulse 33 Golden Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. If you don’t have a processor, put the cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin until finely crumbled.

Third Step: Combine Truffle Base
Add softened cream cheese, well-drained crushed pineapple (about β…“ cup), and 2 tablespoons coconut rum (or substitute) to the cookie crumbs in the food processor. Pulse until smooth and fully combined, forming a moist, firm dough.

Fourth Step: Shape the Truffles
With a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion approximately 1Β½ tablespoons of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 30 to 45 minutes until firm enough to handle.

Fifth Step: Form Balls
Roll each chilled truffle into a smooth ball by hand. If the mixture gets too soft, briefly refreeze to firm up before coating.

Sixth Step: Melt the White Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the 20 ounces of white chocolate wafers by heating for 1 minute, then at 30-second intervals, stirring well between each until fully melted and smooth. Add coconut oil if using chips to smooth the texture.

Seventh Step: Coat the Truffles
Using a fork, dip each truffle into the melted white chocolate, tapping off excess coating. Place the dipped truffle back on the parchment-lined sheet immediately. Quickly sprinkle with toasted coconut before the chocolate sets for garnish.

Final Step: Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the coated truffles for at least 5 minutes to set the white chocolate. Store finished truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Avoid freezing the finished product, as moisture may affect texture. Enjoy these luscious tropical treats as a perfect no-bake dessert.

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Notes

πŸ₯„ Drain crushed pineapple thoroughly to prevent sogginess.
🌴 Toast coconut ahead of time and store in an airtight container.
🍫 Use a toothpick for dipping truffles to reduce chocolate drips.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Chilling Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 truffle
  • Calories: 134
  • Sugar: 13 g
  • Sodium: 125 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 0.4 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 1 mg