Ingredients:

  • 10 oz (285 g) White Chocolate Chips or Wafers
  • 7 oz (198 g) Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 cup Finely Shredded Coconut (for base)
  • 20-24 Whole Blanched Almonds (for centre)
  • 1 cup Extra Finely Shredded Coconut (for coating)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Ensure all your ingredients, especially the whole almonds, are ready for assembly.
  2. Gently melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently until completely smooth. Avoid overheating to prevent seizing.
  3. Once smooth, immediately stir the condensed milk into the melted white chocolate until the mixture is fully incorporated and uniform.
  4. Gently fold in the first measure of shredded coconut (1 cup) until it is evenly distributed throughout the white chocolate base mixture.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for a minimum of 1 hour, or until it is firm enough to handle without sticking excessively to your hands.
  6. Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of the chilled base. Flatten it in your palm, place one whole blanched almond in the centre, and carefully roll the mixture around it to form a tight, uniform ball.
  7. Immediately roll each freshly formed ball thoroughly in the reserved coating coconut until it is completely covered with a snowy finish.
  8. Place the finished truffles back onto the lined baking sheet. Return them to the refrigerator for a final chill of at least 1 hour to ensure they are perfectly firm before serving.