Indulge Your Sweet Tooth with Chickpea Truffles Delight

Try these Chickpea Truffles, a guilt-free dessert made with three simple ingredients that are vegan and delicious.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2

Firming Time 30

Total Time 47

Servings: 12 truffles

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 90

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Truffles

1 can Chickpeas Canned, drained and rinsed
1 cup Nut or Seed Butter Almond or cashew butter
1 cup Vegan Dark Chocolate Chips High-quality chocolate recommended

For the Coating

1 tsp Coconut Oil Optional for melting chocolate

For Optional Toppings

1/4 cup Cacao Nibs For a crunchy texture
1/4 cup Shredded Coconut For a tropical twist
1/4 cup Nuts/Seeds Finely chopped
1/4 cup Freeze-Dried Fruits For a burst of fruitiness

Equipment

Microwave or stovetop double boiler
food processor
Cookie scoop
parchment-lined baking sheet

Method

Preparation Steps

Drain and rinse one 13.5 oz can of chickpeas under cold running water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of vegan dark chocolate chips, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Blend the chickpeas, nut butter, and melted chocolate in a food processor until smooth.
Scoop out the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15-20 minutes.
Roll the mounds into smooth balls and freeze for another 10 minutes.
Melt additional dark chocolate with coconut oil, then dip each truffle in the chocolate.
Return the truffles to the freezer for at least 30 minutes to harden before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 45mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with various nut butters and toppings for unique flavors each time.

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