Homemade Raffaello balls: a divine taste you'll fall in love with recept

Name: Homemade Raffaello balls: a divine taste you'll fall in love with
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 200 g ground coconut; 300 g sugar; 300 g powdered milk; 250 g butter; 150 ml sparkling mineral water; 50 g grated coconut for coating; 50 g peeled almonds

Easy to prepare
10 portions
20 minutes

Jan, 17. 12. 2025

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Delicate cream, exotic coconut and a crunchy almond – homemade Raffaello balls are an irresistible dessert you can prepare in no time. They taste just as good (if not better) than store-bought ones and you also know exactly what they contain. They’re perfect as Christmas cookies, a small gift or a sweet treat with coffee.

For 10 portions

Ingredients

200 g ground coconut
300 g sugar
300 g powdered milk
250 g butter
150 ml sparkling mineral water
50 g grated coconut for coating
50 g peeled almonds

Preparation procedure

Preparing the base mixture: In a saucepan, mix the sugar with the mineral water and heat while stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves. Add the melted butter, powdered milk and ground coconut. Mix everything thoroughly until a thick, smooth mass forms.
Cooling: Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 3–4 hours so it firms up and can be easily shaped.
Shaping the balls: From the chilled mixture, shape small balls. Place a whole almond in the center of each and seal it inside.
Finishing: Roll the finished balls in grated coconut to give them the typical „snowy“ appearance. Store them in the refrigerator where they will stay fresh for several days.

Preparation time and number of servings

Total preparation time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including cooling)
Active preparation: approximately 20 minutes
Number of servings: approx. 30–35 balls

Conclusion

Homemade Raffaello balls are a perfect choice if you want to delight your loved ones with a delicious and elegant dessert. The combination of coconut, butter and almonds creates a perfectly balanced flavor that literally evokes the exotic in a winter coat. They are quick, simple and always a hit – whether on the Christmas table or as a small treat for friends.