Description
Easy Carrot Cake Truffles are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, bringing the warmth of homemade carrot cake into bite-sized treats. These creamy, spiced truffles are coated in smooth white chocolate, making them a perfect indulgence for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely grated carrots
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (or pecans)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix grated carrots, cream cheese, brown sugar, walnuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Scoop one tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts until smooth.
- Dip each truffle in melted chocolate, letting excess drip off before returning to the sheet. Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize your truffles by adding raisins or swapping nuts based on preference. For best results, use high-quality chocolate for coating.