If you're a white chocolate voter, then these white chocolate truffles with Tim Tams should be on your list. Trust me, I'm a milk choccie lover (especially my chocolate tim tam cheesecake balls), but even I couldn't get enough of these. They're an easy no-bake dessert, perfect for last-minute Christmas parties.
TL;DR
- Prep time: 5 minutes (plus rolling)
- Fridge storage: 2 weeks
- Freezer storage: freeze separately (not touching) first, then transfer to a bag or container for up to 3-6 months
- Customise: Adjust the condensed milk type, decorate how you like
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Why you'll love this recipe
No Bake. Perfect for when you want a quick dessert without needing to turn on the oven - try other no-bake treats like Cherry Ripe Balls or Mint Slice Truffles.
Festive. With their festive coating, these truffles make a great addition to any Christmas dessert platter alongside Gingerbread Truffles and Lemon Shortbread Cookies.
Easy. With just three ingredients, these come together in minutes, making them perfect for beginners or busy days.
Ingredients and Substitutions
White Chocolate Tim Tams. These are white chocolate covered cookies with a mousse-like texture in the middle. Outside of Australia, these can be difficult to find.
Substitute with other white chocolate biscuits/cookies, or even just plain white chocolate (however, you may need to add more/less coconut depending on their consistency).
Desiccated Coconut. It adds a light texture and tropical flavour and helps bind the ingredients together. You might need more or less depending on the type of cookies you use.
Condensed Milk. Condensed milk is the glue. You could use a coconut condensed milk to really emphasise the coconut flavour, or another dairy-free option like oat.
Please check the recipe card for full list of ingredients and quantity.
How to make white choc truffles
Step 1:Using a food processor, blitz the white chocolate Tim Tams into fine crumbs. If you don't have a processor, pop them in a ziplock bag and crush them with a rolling pin until fine. Transfer the crumbs to a mixing bowl.
Step 2: Add 1 cup of desiccated coconut to the crushed Tim Tams, followed by the condensed milk. Stir with a spoon or mix with your hands (I use the food processor because I'm lazy) until the ingredients come together into a sticky dough.
Step 3: Scoop out small portions of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands. Place the balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
If the mixture is too sticky to handle, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before rolling.
Step 4: Add the remaining ½ cup of desiccated coconut to a shallow bowl. Roll each ball in the coconut until fully coated, gently pressing the coconut into the surface for a neat finish.
Step 5: Place the coated truffles in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 6: Serve your white chocolate truffles chilled.
My Top Tips
Chill the Dough. If your mixture feels too sticky to roll into balls, pop it in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to firm up. This will make handling much easier.
Use a Cookie Scoop. For evenly sized truffles, use a small cookie or ice cream scoop to portion out the mixture before rolling.
Add a Flavour Twist. For a festive spin, mix a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg into the desiccated coconut used for coating, or drizzle melted white chocolate over the truffles for added sweetness.
Storing
To keep these fresh, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Place them in a single layer with parchment paper in between if stacking to prevent them from sticking.
If serving at a party or gathering, take them out 10-15 minutes before serving to soften slightly.
Freezing
Freezing Uncoated Truffles: Roll the mixture into balls but don't coat them in coconut yet. Place the uncoated truffles on a parchment-lined tray and freeze until firm. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw in the fridge and roll them in desiccated coconut for a fresh finish.
Freezing Fully Made Truffles: If already coated, place the truffles in a single layer in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
For best results, always label your container with the date to keep track of freshness. These truffles are perfect to prep ahead of time for holiday parties or last-minute gifting!
FAQs
Absolutely! While white chocolate Tim Tams add a unique flavour and are very Australian! But, you can substitute with another white chocolate flavoured cookie. Just note, the texture may be different and you might find you need to add more/less coconut to form the ball.
This depends on your climate. In Australia over Christmas, it's rather warm so anything out of the fridge melts very quickly. I recommend refrigerating before rolling the mixture. But, if the mixture is runny, add more coconut.
Of course! You can decorate the truffles with drizzled chocolate, sprinkles, or finely chopped nuts instead. I like rolling in coconut as it makes them a bit easier to handle (because you're not hands direct with the sticky mixture).
Other Christmas sweet treats
Or, you can have a browse through my Christmas Category for more delicious eats.
Recipe
Tim Tam White Chocolate Truffles with Coconut
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Ingredients
- 165 g (6 oz) White Chocolate Tim Tams, approx.1 packet, subs note 1
- 120 g (1 ½ cups) Desiccated Coconut, 1 cup mixture + ½ cup coating
- 150 ml (⅔ cups) Condensed Milk, subs note 2
Instructions
- Crush the 165 g White Chocolate Tim Tams into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a ziplock bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
- Add 1 cup of desiccated coconut and 150 ml (⅔ cups) Condensed Milk to the crumbs. Stir, process or mix by hand until a sticky dough forms.adjust with additional desiccated coconut if necessary
- Roll 1-tablespoon portions of the mixture into balls, placing them on a parchment-lined baking tray. If too sticky, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before rolling.
- Coat each ball by rolling in the remaining ½ cup of desiccated coconut, pressing gently for a smooth finish.
- Chill the truffles in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
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