Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles
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4.7
Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles
Description
This recipe starts by combining ripe, mashed avocado with a pinch of sea salt, which enhances the overall flavor. Dark chocolate chips are melted separately and then mixed into the avocado until fully blended, ensuring no visible avocado pieces remain. After chilling in the fridge for 30 minutes, the mixture firms up and becomes easier to handle.
The truffle mixture is then rolled into approximately 1-inch balls before being coated in cocoa powder. This coating adds a slightly bitter contrast to the sweet and creamy interior. Typically, about 20 truffles are made with this batch size.
These truffles are a good choice for those seeking a smooth, velvety texture combined with the rich depth of dark chocolate, balanced by the natural smoothness of avocado. They can be stored refrigerated to maintain firmness.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup avocado about 1 avocado, mashed
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips I like Lily's chocolate chips
- pinch salt sea salt
- 2-3 Tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
- Add avocado and a pinch of sea salt to a food processor and pulse a few times to combine.
- Melt chocolate chips by placing them in a small microwave-safe bowl and microwaving for 30 seconds. Stir and microwave for another 20 seconds or until all the chocolate chips have melted. (You can also do this with a double boiler).
- Pour melted chocolate into food processor with the avocado and pulse until mixture is completely combined and avocado is no longer visible. If you don’t have a food processor you can mash the avocado with a fork and combine with the chocolate until smooth and lump-free.
- Place truffle mixture in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes.
- Once the mixture has firmed up a bit, remove from fridge and make the truffles. Scoop mixture with a tablespoon or small cookie scoop and roll into a 1-inch ball. You should get about 20 truffles.
- Fill a shallow bowl with cocoa powder and roll each truffle until coated. Place on parchment paper. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1truffle | |
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 89mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.7
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