Dairy-Free Homemade Raffaello Coconut Almond Balls

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Dairy-Free Homemade Raffaello Coconut Almond Balls—an easy, no-bake treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying dairy-free. Made with wholesome ingredients like desiccated coconut, almond flour, and full-fat coconut milk, these blissful bites boast a luscious, creamy texture with a delightful crunch from whole almonds hidden inside. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup and infused with a hint of vanilla, each ball is rolled in a layer of coconut for an extra touch of tropical decadence. Ready in just 30 minutes, these coconut almond balls are the ideal guilt-free dessert or snack, perfect for sharing or storing for later. Whether you're looking for a vegan treat, a gluten-free snack, or a unique dairy-free dessert to wow your guests, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 100 g Desiccated coconut
• 50 g Almond flour
• 60 ml Maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 20 pieces Whole almonds
• 80 ml Coconut milk (full-fat, canned)

Directions

Step 1

Start by gently melting the coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat until it's just liquefied.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the desiccated coconut and almond flour. Mix well to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.

Step 3

Add the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and coconut milk to the dry ingredients.

Step 4

Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and has a soft, moldable consistency.

Step 5

Cover the mixing bowl with cling film or a lid and refrigerate for about 10 minutes. This will allow the mixture to firm up slightly, making it easier to handle.

Step 6

Remove the mixture from the refrigerator. Scoop approximately one tablespoon of the mixture into your hand, placing a whole almond in the center. Carefully mold the coconut mixture around the almond, forming a ball shape.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining mixture and almonds to create around 20 balls.

Step 8

Roll each ball in additional desiccated coconut to coat the outside. This not only adds extra flavor but enhances the textural contrast.

Step 9

Place the finished coconut almond balls onto a tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 10

Refrigerate the balls for an additional 10 minutes to set.

Step 11

Once set, serve these delicious dairy-free Raffaello Coconut Almond Balls immediately or store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(347.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1733.0

Total Fat 149.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 54.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 66.4g
Protein 24.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 212.0mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 936.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.2%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 21.4%