Deliciously Healthy Chocolate Chickpea Truffles You’ll Crave
Indulge in the guilt-free delight of Deliciously Healthy Chocolate Chickpea Truffles! These decadent bites are not only rich in chocolatey flavor but also harness the nutritional power of chickpeas and dates. With a smooth, creamy texture and a delightful crunch from chopped peanuts, these truffles are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising on health. They’re easy to make, customizable to your taste, and can be prepared ahead of time for those spontaneous snack cravings or as a special treat for family gatherings. Enjoy them chilled or at room temperature—either way, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup dates (soaked in hot water)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (or sunflower seed butter)
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup (or maple syrup)
- 1 cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture by draining and rinsing the chickpeas, then soaking the dates in hot water for 10 minutes.
- In a food processor, blend together the chickpeas, soaked dates, cocoa powder, peanut butter, salt, and agave syrup until smooth and creamy. Adjust texture if necessary.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture into balls using your hands.
- Coat each truffle with finely chopped dry-roasted peanuts.
- Chill on a parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg