Strawberry Chocolate Truffles
Here is another one of those ‘bet you can’t eat just one’ treats!If you are looking for a beautiful and delicious dessert to make to impress your friends and loved ones, then you must try out this truffle recipe!Truffles will always have my heart, and you can never go wrong with chocolate filled with creamy deliciousness. These babies are almost too pretty to eat, but you definitely will want more than one! They have a creamy filling made with cashew and coconut butter along with strawberry powder. They also don't contain any gluten, dairy, or refined sugars! Definitely make these for Valentines Day, a Galantine's party, or any special occasion. Velvety, smooth, healthy candy that's pretty in pink! This Strawberry Truffle recipe makes it easy to create homemade candy with swirls of strawberry with no candy thermometer needed!They are quick to make with only a short ingredient list,but they look and taste so decadent. They have a creamy cashew, coconutty strawberry filling, and then the entire treat is dipped in white chocolate and decorated with sprinkles! Oh my! What a dreamy treat.These gorgeous truffles are healthy because they are full of wholesome ingredients. They have cashews, coconut and freeze-dried strawberries. These ingredients are great sources of fibre, plant based protein, antioxidants, and vitamins. So this way you can most definitely have your cake and eat it too!There are a few alternatives to making these bad boys. If you want a more special treat you can drizzle them in melted white chocolate or if you wish to skip the chocolate you can roll the bites in shredded coconut.One little square makes me happy in an instant. It’s soft and chewy and you are going to love this superfood candy. So, if you have been looking for a nutritious homemade protein/energy bite then this is the ultimate one! Let me ask, have you jumped on the energy bite/protein ball craze yet? The ones made with dates/nuts/seeds/oats/other health goodness? I have been making these healthy treats for years and never get tired of them.Moreish snack balls, bliss balls, truffles, energy bites, call them what you like. They are a perfect little nutrient-dense bite for a satisfying and are seriously SO GOOD.They make the perfect gift for any of your health-conscious or chocolate-loving friends too. There are so many reasons to love them! Whoever is responsible for the idea that we should mash a bunch of healthy ingredients into one little ball as a snack is an absolute genius in my book. Little spheres of snacking. Little orbs of awesome.
Servings 10
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup cashew butter
- 1/3 cup coconut butter, store bought or recipe below in notes
- 2 tablespoons coconut flour
- 3 tablespoons freeze dried strawberries or strawberry powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Toppings
- 3 tablespoons white chocolate chips
- Sprinkles of choice
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the cashew butter, coconut butter,almond flour, coconut flour, strawberry powder and honey. Set bowl in the fridge to chill for 30 mins.Take the out of the fridge and scoop out the truffle filling and roll into balls (makes about 10.)Place truffles on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and place in the freezer for 15 minutes while you melt the chocolate.
Chocolate Coating
- Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave at 50% power with 30 second bursts stirring between each one until melted and smooth.Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.Skewer each truffle or use 2 forks to hold each one and dip into the melted chocolate, then place on a rack to dry. Dip twice for extra coating.Put the truffles back into the freezer for at least 4 hours.Once the chocolate sets, melt your white chocolate and drizzle over top. Add your sprinkles to decorate. Store in the fridge for up to a month. Let them sit out at room temperature for a few minutes before enjoying
Notes
If you are anywhere near the health food or fitness circles, you have no doubt heard of coconut oil by now.
But have you ever heard of coconut butter? Oh my gosh is it good.
It tastes like the most delicious, decadent, oh-so-bad-for-you treat.
Except, it’s not. It’s actually good for you. In fact, coconut butter packs a boatload of benefits:
It’s rich in lauric acid, which boosts immunity and destroys harmful bacteria, viruses, and funguses.
It actually boosts your metabolism, which aids in weight loss and increases energy levels.
Its a superb ingredient for protecting and replenishing the hair and skin
It’s packed with healthy fats, so you feel full longer.
It’s full of essential amino acids, calcium, and magnesium.
Basically, coconut butter is just plain awesome.
It’s so creamy, buttery, naturally sweet and full of nutrients, and it’s hard to believe that this tasty Homemade Coconut Butter from Scratch is made with one ingredient!
You may not know this, but a jar of high-quality coconut butter can be expensive.
Yes, that is one of the reasons that you should make you own - it’s unbelievably easy.
Besides being incredibly good for you, coconut butter greatly enhances the creamy texture of desserts, smoothies, ice creams, fudge and hot beverages. Even a spoonful out of the jar is not a bad thing. 😊
Once you start using it, you'll find many other ways to sneak it into your diet. 😉
Go here for the simple homemade recipe: Coconut Butter
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