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Dark Chocolate Avocado Truffles

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 150
Indulge in these rich, creamy vegan truffles made with ripe avocados and dark chocolate, perfect for a decadent treat.

Ingredients

Flesh

  • 240 g ripe avocados (about 2 medium)

Chocolate

  • 225 g dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate 70% cocoa

Cocoa powder

  • 25 g pure cocoa powder (for dusting and optional mix-in)

Sweetener

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste, vegan use maple syrup)

Vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional but recommended)

Sea salt

  • Pinch sea salt (enhances flavor)

Coconut oil

  • 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, helps set and sheen)

Optional toppings

  • flaky salt, chopped nuts, shredded coconut (as needed)

Instructions 

  • Cut ripe avocados in half, remove pits, scoop flesh into a bowl, and mash until smooth.
  • Gently melt chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth; add coconut oil if using.
  • Temper the avocado by mixing a spoonful of melted chocolate into it, then fold in the rest of the chocolate, vanilla, sweetener, and salt until combined.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  • Portion out the chilled mixture, roll into balls, then dust with cocoa powder or dip in melted chocolate. Add toppings if desired and refrigerate until set.
  • Bring to room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a glossy finish, dip truffles in tempered chocolate and sprinkle toppings while still soft.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: fusion
Keyword: Avocado, chocolate, vegan