Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
50 g

coconut milk

heated

50 g

cacao powder

sifted

2.5 tbsp

maple sugar

to taste

10 g

cacao butter

melted

1 tsp

rose water

1 tsp

vanilla bean paste

1 pinch

maldon salt

1 unit

ahmad black tea bag

steeped

3 tbsp

crushed pistachios

crushed

3 tbsp

dried rose petals

dried

3 tbsp

desiccated coconut

desiccated

Step 1
~14 min

Heat coconut milk in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until boiling.

Step 2
~14 min

Reduce heat to a simmer, add the black tea bag, and steep for 2 minutes.

Step 3
~14 min

Remove the tea bag and add cacao butter, stirring until melted.

Step 4
~14 min

In a separate bowl, sift cacao powder and add maple sugar, sea salt, rose water, and vanilla bean paste.

Step 5
~14 min

Pour the coconut milk mixture into the bowl with the cacao powder and other ingredients.

Step 6
~14 min

Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 7
~14 min

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Step 8
~14 min

Roll approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture between your hands to form a truffle.

Step 9
~14 min

Roll the truffle in desired toppings (crushed pistachios, dried rose petals, or desiccated coconut).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cacao powder.

Adjust the amount of maple sugar to your desired sweetness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as an after-dinner treat.

Offer as part of a dessert platter.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped coconut cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Persia (Iran)

Cultural Significance

Part of Nowruz (Persian New Year) celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Nowruz
Yalda Night

Occasion Tags

Celebration
Holiday
Special occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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