Healthy Chocolate Truffles
A chocolate lovers dream, these chocolate truffles are raw, vegan, gluten free, refined sugar free & made with just 5 ingredients. No-bake & ready in 25 minutes!
Would you believe these rich, fudgy truffles are made from dates? Well, surprise—they are!
Even if dates aren’t your favorite, trust me, you’ll love these. They taste like classic dark chocolate truffles but without all the added refined sugar.
Made with just four plant-based ingredients and coated in dark chocolate, they’re the perfect healthy indulgence whenever chocolate cravings hit.
Why You’ll Love These Healthy Chocolate Truffles
- Rich, decadent, luxurious – a must-try for any chocolate lover!
- Made with dates – these nutrient-packed super-fruits are loaded with fiber and antioxidants that support brain, digestive, and heart health.
- Guilt-free indulgence – enjoy a sweet treat that tastes amazing without the refined sugar.
- Easy to make – made with just four simple ingredients and ready in no time!
Ingredients in Chocolate Truffles
- Medjool Dates – be sure to use medjool dates for their rich sweetness and chewy texture, perfect for achieving that classic truffle consistency. You can buy them with or without the pit. Joolie’s Dates are my favorite (you can shop with my discount code: booboo for money off).
- Cocoa Powder – I typically use the Trader Joe’s brand for a rich chocolate flavor.
- Coconut Oil – opt for refined coconut oil, which has a neutral flavor and won’t impart a coconut taste to your truffles.
- Vanilla Extract – adds a lovely depth of flavor to the truffles.
- Vegan Chocolate Chips – I recommend Enjoy Life, Hu Kitchen, or Trader Joe’s brand (which is naturally non-dairy).
How To Make Chocolate Truffles
- Soak the dates – start by soaking the dates in hot water to soften their skin, making them easier to process. Drain the dates and remove the pits if they aren’t already pitted.
- Blend the ingredients – transfer the soaked dates and the remaining ingredients to a food processor. Process until the mixture forms a smooth ball.
- Roll into balls – scoop out 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat and place on a parchment-lined tray to freeze for at least 15 minutes.
- Dip in chocolate – dip the frozen balls in melted chocolate, allow them to set, and enjoy! It really is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Ideal For Gifting
These chocolate truffles are perfect for Valentine’s Day, Christmas, or gifting to a friend. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to treat someone you care about, these delicious truffles are sure to bring joy and indulgence without the guilt!
I like to make a double batch, package them up into these cute white boxes decorated with pink ribbon, and gift them to my friends and family. After all, everyone deserves a healthy yet yummy box of chocolates.
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Healthy Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients
Truffles
- 15 medjool dates
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup refined coconut oil, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch salt, optional, but recommended
Chocolate Coating
- 1 ½ cups vegan chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil
Instructions
- Place the dates in a bowl with hot water and let them soak for 5-10 minutes. Drain the dates and remove the pits.
- Transfer the soaked and pitted dates to a food processor along with the cocoa powder, coconut oil, vanilla extract and salt. Process until the mixture forms into a ball, about 1-2 minutes.
- Scoop and roll into small balls (about 1 tbsp size). Place the balls onto a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 15 minutes.
- While the truffles are in the freezer, make the chocolate coating by adding the vegan chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl and place in the microwave for 30-second increments until the chocolate is completely melted and silky.
- Remove the truffles from the freezer and using a fork, dip each truffle into the chocolate, using the fork to turn and coat all sides. Then, scoop it out and place the chocolate coated truffle back onto the parchment-lined tray. Repeat until are all completed coated.
- Let the truffles sit until the chocolate has hardened, or place them in the refrigerator to speed up the process. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for longer.
- I use Joolies Organic Fresh Medjool Dates. You can shop with my discount code: booboo for money off.
