Rafaelo
Indulge in the irresistibly creamy and coconutty bliss of homemade Rafaelo—an easy, no-bake treat that’s as elegant as it is delicious. This recipe combines the velvety sweetness of condensed milk, the nuttiness of whole blanched almonds, and the tropical aroma of shredded desiccated coconut to create bite-sized perfection. With just six simple ingredients and 30 minutes of prep time, these delicate coconut balls are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as an indulgent snack. Encasing a crunchy almond at their center and coated in a snowy layer of coconut, Rafaelo offers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Serve them chilled for a refreshing treat that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams sweetened condensed milk
- 100 grams unsalted butter
- 250 grams powdered milk
- 300 grams shredded desiccated coconut
- 50 pieces whole blanched almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
Melt the unsalted butter in a microwave or on the stovetop, then add it to the bowl with the condensed milk mixture and mix thoroughly.
Gradually incorporate the powdered milk into the mixture, stirring until it forms a smooth and thick dough-like consistency.
Add 200 grams of the shredded desiccated coconut to the mixture. Mix until the dough holds together and is workable.
Scoop out a small portion of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon), flatten it in your hand, and place a whole blanched almond in the center.
Enclose the almond completely with the mixture and roll it into a smooth ball.
Repeat this process with the remaining mixture and almonds until all the Rafaelo balls are formed.
Spread the remaining 100 grams of shredded coconut on a plate. Roll each Rafaelo ball in the coconut until it is fully coated.
Place the finished Rafaelo balls on a tray or plate and refrigerate them for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.7 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 60 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 144 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 283 mg | 6% | |
*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.
