Avocado Cacao Truffles (No Refined Sugar)
These healthy avocado cacao truffles are rich, smooth, and made with clean ingredients.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cacao powder
- 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate 70% or higher
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla bean paste
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional: 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Optional: Melted dark chocolate for coating
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Add melted dark chocolate, cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla bean paste, and sea salt. Blend until uniform. Adjust sweetness as needed.
- Transfer mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes until firm.
- Use a tablespoon to scoop and roll the mixture into balls.
- Dust truffles with cacao powder or coat with melted chocolate. Chill for 10 to 15 minutes to set.
Notes
- Use ripe but not brown avocados for the best texture.
- Add coconut oil for a smoother texture if desired.
- Add coconut oil for a smoother texture if desired.