Low Carb Homemade Rafaello

Indulge in the heavenly delight of Low Carb Homemade Rafaello, a guilt-free twist on the classic treat that's perfect for ketogenic and low-carb lifestyles. Made with a luscious blend of unsweetened shredded coconut, almond flour, and creamy coconut cream, these bite-sized confections deliver rich flavor without the sugar. A hidden whole blanched almond in the center adds a delightful crunch, while a dusting of coconut provides a decadent finish. With a quick 20-minute prep time, this easy no-bake recipe is ideal for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests with an elegant dessert. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and uses keto-friendly sweeteners like erythritol, making it a wholesome snack that you’ll love keeping on hand.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 100 g Unsweetened shredded coconut
• 50 g Almond flour
• 100 ml Coconut cream
• 50 g Unsalted butter
• 20 ml Coconut oil
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 50 g Sweetener (erythritol or your choice of low-carb sweetener)
• 20 pieces Whole blanched almonds
• 50 g Additional unsweetened shredded coconut for coating

Directions

Step 1

Begin by melting the unsalted butter and coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until completely melted, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Add the coconut cream to the saucepan and mix it well with the butter and coconut oil until smooth.

Step 3

Stir in the sweetener and vanilla extract, and continue to mix until the sweetener is fully dissolved.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, combine the shredded coconut and almond flour. Pour the warm mixture from the saucepan over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until you get a thick, sticky dough.

Step 5

Let the mixture cool for 5-10 minutes until it is still soft enough to handle but not too hot.

Step 6

While waiting for the mixture to cool, prepare a plate with additional shredded coconut for coating.

Step 7

Once the dough has cooled, take a small tablespoon-sized amount and press a blanched almond in the center. Roll it into a ball, fully covering the almond.

Step 8

Roll each ball in the additional shredded coconut to form an even outer coat.

Step 9

Repeat the process until all the dough and almonds are used.

Step 10

Place the finished Rafaello balls on a tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.

Step 11

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(447.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2165.0

Total Fat 195.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 110.7mg	0%
Sodium 95.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 63.6g
Protein 26.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.3mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1006.4mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 24.6%