Coffee Truffles Recipe

Introduction

These coffee truffles are a delightful treat combining creamy texture with rich coffee flavor. Easy to make and perfect for sharing or enjoying as a personal indulgence, they offer a satisfying bite of homemade sweetness.

Ingredients

• 4 oz cream cheese or coconut butter
• 2 tbsp butter, or additional coconut butter
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar or erythritol
• 1/2 tsp instant coffee
• 3 oz chocolate chips or broken up chocolate (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring the cream cheese (or coconut butter) and butter (or additional coconut butter) to room temperature until soft.
2. Step 2: Combine all ingredients, including powdered sugar and instant coffee, until smooth. Using a hand mixer produces the smoothest texture, but stirring with a fork also works.
3. Step 3: Spread the mixture into a container or freeze briefly until firm enough to scoop.
4. Step 4: Use a mini cookie scoop to form balls onto a parchment-lined plate, then freeze until firm.
5. Step 5: If desired, dip the truffles in melted chocolate. For a smoother chocolate coating, stir half a teaspoon of oil into the melted chocolate before dipping. This step is optional.
6. Step 6: To create bite-sized pieces, cut the truffles in half once the chocolate has set.
7. Step 7: Store leftovers in the refrigerator or freezer.

Tips & Variations

• For a dairy-free version, use coconut butter in place of cream cheese and regular butter.
• Adjust the sweetness by swapping powdered sugar for erythritol or another preferred sweetener.
• Adding a small amount of oil to melted chocolate helps achieve a smoother dipping sauce.
• Try mixing in finely chopped nuts or a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.

Storage

Store coffee truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage. When ready to eat, allow frozen truffles to thaw briefly at room temperature for best texture. Reheating is not necessary.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular coffee instead of instant coffee?

Instant coffee is preferred for its concentrated flavor and ease of dissolving. Using brewed coffee may alter the texture and moisture content of the truffles.

Are these truffles suitable for vegans?

Yes, by substituting cream cheese and butter with coconut butter or other plant-based alternatives, you can make this recipe vegan-friendly.

Coffee Truffles Recipe

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Delight in these creamy and rich Coffee Truffles made with cream cheese or coconut butter, combined with a hint of instant coffee and sweetened with powdered sugar or erythritol. Perfectly smooth and optionally coated in melted chocolate, these bite-sized treats are easy to prepare and ideal for satisfying your coffee and chocolate cravings.

• Author: Victoria
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes (including chilling/freezing time)
• Yield: Approximately 20 truffles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 4 oz cream cheese or coconut butter
• 2 tbsp butter, or additional coconut butter
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar or erythritol
• 1/2 tsp instant coffee
• 3 oz chocolate chips or broken up chocolate (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Bring the cream cheese (or coconut butter) and butter (or additional coconut butter) to room temperature to ensure they are soft and easy to work with.
2. Combine Ingredients: Mix the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar or erythritol, and instant coffee until completely smooth. Using a hand mixer is recommended for the smoothest consistency, but mixing by hand with a fork also works.
3. Shape the Truffles: Spread the mixture into a container or place it in the freezer for a few minutes until firm enough to scoop. Use a mini cookie scoop to form balls and place them on a parchment-lined plate.
4. Freeze the Truffles: Freeze the truffle balls until fully firm.
5. Optional Chocolate Coating: Melt the chocolate chips and, if desired, stir in half a teaspoon of oil for a smoother sauce. Dip the frozen truffles into the melted chocolate and place them on parchment paper to set. For truffles like in the photos, cut them in half once the chocolate has set.
6. Storage: Store the coffee truffles in the refrigerator or freezer for leftover servings.

Notes

• Use coconut butter and erythritol for a dairy-free and lower sugar alternative.
• Room temperature ingredients ensure a smoother mixture.
• Adding a small amount of oil to melted chocolate helps achieve a smoother coating.
• These truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for shorter periods or frozen for longer storage.
• If not dipping in chocolate, you can cut the mixture into bars or squares once set.

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