Coconut almond bonbons with cottage cheese
Indulge in delightful Coconut Almond Bonbons! A simple yet delicious recipe featuring crunchy almonds, creamy lowfat cottage cheese, and rich dried coconut meat. Perfect for a healthy snack or a sweet treat, these bonbons offer a blissful balance of textures and flavors. Easy to make and naturally satisfying!
- 25 Mar 2025
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 3 Servings
- 3 Ingredients
Discover a delightful treat with our Coconut Almond Bonbons with Cottage Cheese. This recipe combines crunchy almonds, creamy cottage cheese, and the tropical flavor of dried coconut, resulting in a delectable bite-sized dessert. Perfect for a quick treat or to share with friends and family, these bonbons are both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Start by toasting the almonds to bring out their natural flavor. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the almonds evenly on a baking sheet.
- Toast them in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant. Be sure to keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- Once toasted, let the almonds cool to room temperature.
- Place the cooled almonds in a food processor or blender.
- Pulse them until they are finely ground into a coarse almond meal.
- Transfer the ground almonds to a mixing bowl.
- In the same food processor (no need to clean it), add the dried coconut meat and low-fat cottage cheese.
- Blend until the mixture is well combined and forms a thick, sticky paste. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor a few times to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
- Add the ground almonds to the coconut and cottage cheese mixture in the food processor.
- Pulse a few times until everything is well incorporated. The mixture should hold together when pressed.
- With clean hands, take small spoonfuls of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls, about the size of a large marble or small walnut.
- If the mixture is too sticky to handle, you can chill it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to make it easier to work with.
- Place the rolled bonbons on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper.
- Transfer them to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to set.
- For a decorative touch, you can roll the chilled bonbons in additional ground almonds, shredded coconut, or drizzle them with melted dark chocolate.
- Once the bonbons are set, they are ready to enjoy!
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Tips:
- Make sure to pulse the almonds in a food processor until finely ground but not too long to avoid turning them into almond butter.
- After mixing the ingredients, chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to make it easier to shape into bonbons.
- If the mixture is too crumbly, add a teaspoon of honey or a small amount of coconut oil to help bind the ingredients together.
- For a decorative touch, roll the bonbons in extra shredded coconut or drizzle with melted dark chocolate.
- Store the bonbons in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh for up to a week.
Enjoy the satisfying combination of flavors and textures in these Coconut Almond Bonbons with Cottage Cheese. They are easy to make and great for a healthy snack or dessert. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious treat that everyone will love.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 200 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 860kcal | 43% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 11g | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 90g | 26% |
| Fiber 18g | 48% |
| Sugar 60g | 62% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 55g | 64% |
| Saturated 44g | 149% |
| Cholesterol 0.80mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 2.20ug | 0% |
| Choline 44mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 0.23mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 1.74mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 0.08mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B9 14ug | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 0.13ug | 5% |
| Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 3.93mg | 26% |
| Vitamin K 0.02ug | 0% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 70mg | 6% |
| Copper, Cu 0.66mg | 73% |
| Iron, Fe 3.11mg | 28% |
| Magnesium, Mg 130mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus, P 270mg | 21% |
| Potassium, K 730mg | 22% |
| Selenium, Se 30ug | 53% |
| Sodium, Na 560mg | 37% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.74mg | 16% |
| Water | |
| Water 44g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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