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Delicious Chocolate Cherry Coconut Truffles garnished with coconut flakes.

Chocolate Cherry Coconut Truffles

These delightful truffles combine rich chocolate, tangy cherries, and a hint of coconut, making them a perfect holiday treat that's easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Truffle Base
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Melted for truffles
  • ¼ cup cherry preserves Can substitute with raspberry or strawberry preserves
  • ½ cup crushed graham crackers For texture
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch of salt Enhances sweet flavors
Coating
  • 1 cup shredded coconut Sweetened or unsweetened depending on preference

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and melted.
  2. Stir in the cherry preserves and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Incorporate the crushed graham crackers and a pinch of salt into the mixture.
  4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Formation
  1. Once the mixture is firm, scoop out small amounts and roll them into balls, about the size of a walnut.
  2. Roll each truffle in shredded coconut to coat completely.
  3. Return the truffles to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to set completely.

Notes

These truffles can be made a few days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Use parchment paper to line your baking sheet to minimize cleanup.