Description

Carrot Cake Truffles are a delightful treat, featuring rich carrot flavor and creamy texture, perfect for dessert lovers looking for a homemade snack. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, they offer an irresistible experience that complements any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
¾ cup (163.5 g) vegetable oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups (125 g) all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ cups (165 g) finely grated carrots
⅓ cup (65 g) crushed pineapple, well drained
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup (94 g) confectioners' sugar
20 ounces vanilla almond bark
Finely chopped walnuts, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, then lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar and vegetable oil, whisking until well blended.
Add the room-temperature eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture is smooth.
In another bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and kosher salt.
Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring gently until just blended. Avoid overmixing.
Fold in the finely grated carrots and well-drained crushed pineapple until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the lined baking pan and smooth out the top surface.
Bake for 32 to 38 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter attached.
Let the cake cool completely in the pan for about an hour.
Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl using your hands or a fork until the crumbs are fine and even.

Notes

Ensure the carrots are finely grated for a smoother texture in the truffles.
Using room temperature eggs and butter will help the ingredients blend better.
You can substitute the vanilla almond bark with white chocolate if desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 truffle
Calories: 180
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg