Vegan Chilli Chocolate Truffles

Submitted by hello

"If sweetness is your weakness, then you don’t need to be concerned about including these healthy truffles into your diet. They’re packed with nutrients and are deeply satisfying for those in need of a chocolate fix."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 10 truffles

ingredients

• 125 g dark chocolate chips
• 60 ml coconut cream
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 30 ml maple syrup
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
• 21 g cocoa powder, for coating

directions

1. Heat coconut cream, coconut oil, salt, red chili flakes, and maple syrup in a sauce pan for a minute. Do not boil.
2. Turn off the heat and add the chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate is fully melted.
3. Leave to cool for about 15 minutes.
4. Transfer mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until fully set.
5. Use a 1” ice cream scoop to form the cooled chocolate mixture into balls. Arrange on a plate and put in the freezer for about 15 minutes.
6. Roll each ball in cocoa powder to coat evenly.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate.