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Carrot Cake Truffles

Delicious Carrot Cake Truffles You'll Love to Make and Share

These Carrot Cake Truffles are a no-bake treat filled with the warm spices of traditional carrot cake, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffle Base
  • 1 cup Finely Grated Carrots Make sure to pat them dry
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easier mixing
  • 1 cup Crushed Vanilla Sandwich Cookies or Graham Crackers Choose based on your preferred texture
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • a pinch Salt
  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Walnuts or Pecans Optional for nut-free variations
For the Coating
  • 1 cup White Chocolate or Vanilla Melting Wafers Dark chocolate can be used
  • 1 tsp Coconut Oil Optional for thinning chocolate
For Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup Shredded Coconut Optional for topping
  • 1/4 cup Crushed Nuts Optional for decoration
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon Sugar Optional for an extra hint of sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by finely grating the carrots and squeezing out any excess moisture.
  2. Combine the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Gently fold in the prepared grated carrots and crushed cookies. Optionally add nuts.
  4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 30 to 45 minutes.
  5. Once chilled, roll portions of the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Freeze the rolled truffles for about 20 minutes.
  7. Melt white chocolate in short intervals until smooth. Add coconut oil if needed.
  8. Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, shaking off excess. Top with coconut, nuts, or cinnamon sugar if desired.
  9. Allow the coated truffles to set at room temperature or in the fridge until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.

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