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Chocolate Chickpea Truffles

Decadent Chocolate Chickpea Truffles for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy these Chocolate Chickpea Truffles for a guilt-free indulgence that combines rich flavor with wholesome ingredients and energy-boosting benefits.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 10-12 pieces dates pitted, soak in hot water if hard
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened for a healthier twist
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter or sunflower seed butter for nut-free option
  • 1 pinch salt enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons agave syrup or maple syrup as a substitute
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts can use crushed dark chocolate or shredded coconut

Equipment

  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dates in hot water for about 5 minutes to soften.
  2. Blend chickpeas, soaked dates, cocoa powder, peanut butter, salt, and agave syrup in a food processor until smooth.
  3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for approximately 20 minutes.
  4. Form the mixture into balls, about the size of a walnut, until approximately 16-18 truffles are made.
  5. Pulse dry-roasted peanuts in a food processor until finely chopped.
  6. Roll each truffle in the chopped peanuts until coated.
  7. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze them for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 40mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature before serving.

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