Description
Delicious and healthy Avocado Cacao Truffles made without refined sugar. These creamy, rich truffles blend ripe avocado with unsweetened cacao, melted dark chocolate, and natural sweeteners for a guilt-free treat that’s easy to prepare and perfect as a wholesome dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado (soft but not brown)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cacao powder (plus extra for dusting)
- 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate (70% or higher, no refined sugar)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for smoother texture)
- Melted dark chocolate (for drizzle or coating)
Instructions
- Prep the avocado base: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure no chunks remain.
- Add the chocolate ingredients: Add the melted dark chocolate, cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the avocado mixture. Blend again until the mixture is silky and uniform. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired. If the texture is too thick, add the coconut oil or a splash of almond milk to loosen it slightly.
- Chill the mixture: Transfer the truffle mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes. Chilling helps the mixture firm up, making it easier to roll into truffles.
- Roll into truffles: Once the mixture is firm, use a tablespoon or small scoop to portion out each truffle. Roll the mixture between your palms to form smooth balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Finish the truffles: Dust each truffle with cacao powder for a matte finish, or drizzle/dip them in additional melted dark chocolate for a glossy coating. Chill the finished truffles in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to fully set before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado that is soft but not brown for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Adjust maple syrup amount to your preferred sweetness level.
- Coconut oil is optional but recommended if you want a smoother, richer texture.
- These truffles are best served chilled and consumed within 3-4 days for freshness.
- For a crunchy variation, roll truffles in chopped nuts or shredded coconut instead of cacao powder.
