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Healthy Chocolate Peppermint Truffles [Vegan, Gluten Free, Grain Free]
These peppermint truffles are rich and decadent while made with nutrient-dense ingredients. They come together super easily in the food processor and make the perfect holiday treat!
Ingredients
- 12 soft medjool dates pitted
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- ¼ tablespoons finely ground flaxseed meal
- 6 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 5 tablespoons oat milk or other nondairy milk
- 1 cup salted almond butter
- ¾-1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 2 ½ cups chocolate chips, melted I used both white & dark
- crushed candy canes
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the dates, almond butter, maple syrup, flaxseed meal, cocoa powder, oat milk, and peppermint extract until smooth (it will be very thick).
- Scoop 1 tablespoon at a time and roll into balls. Place on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate and roll each ball in it. Place on the same tray and refrigerate again for a minimum of 30 minutes. Optional: drizzle more chocolate on top and top with crushed peppermint/candy canes. Store in the refrigerator and enjoy!