Karotenia (Greek Carrot Truffles) Recipe

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Karotenia (Greek Carrot Truffles)
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Directions:

  1. Parboil the whole carrots for about 20 minutes, then remove from heat, drain, let cool, and grate them coarsely.
  2. Combine the grated carrots, sugar and lemon zest in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes.
  3. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Add the vanilla and half the coconut. Mix well. Allow mixture to cool completely, then chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  4. After chilling, try to roll a bit of the mixture into a ball. If the ball doesn't hold it's shape, add more coconut until mixture will hold it's shape once rolled.
  5. Roll mixture into about 36 truffles, then place rolled truffles in petit four cases.
  6. Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 478.67 Kcal (2004 kJ)
Calories from fat 87.84 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.76g 15%
Sodium 605.3mg 25%
Potassium 128.79mg 3%
Total Carbs 97.47g 32%
Sugars 96.15g 385%
Dietary Fiber 1.99g 8%
Protein 0.96g 2%
Vitamin C 3.8mg 6%
Iron 1mg 5%
Calcium 9mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 378.41 Kcal (1584 kJ)
Calories from fat 69.44 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.72g 15%
Sodium 478.51mg 25%
Potassium 101.81mg 3%
Total Carbs 77.06g 32%
Sugars 76.01g 385%
Dietary Fiber 1.57g 8%
Protein 0.76g 2%
Vitamin C 3mg 6%
Iron 0.8mg 5%
Calcium 7.1mg 1%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 10
    Points
  • 13
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Sugar

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