Healthy Avocado Chocolate Truffles

14 avocado truffles dusted with cocoa powder or coconut on a plate

These creamy, rich truffles are made with dark chocolate and other vegan ingredients. This is such an easy recipe for a wholesome treat that's great for the holidays, Valentine's Day, or other celebrations!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 20

Chill time 30

Total Time 50

Servings truffles

Calories 60kcal

Author Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN

Ingredients

1 cup mashed avocado from 2 small avocados
3 ounces dark chocolate 60 to 75% cocoa works best, can sub dark chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Dusting ingredients unsweetened cocoa powder, finely shredded coconut, or chopped nuts

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Instructions

Mash the avocados as smooth as possible. I personally use a fork to mash them, as I don't mind some specks of avocado in the truffles. If you want a smoother truffle with no specks, use a food processor or blender to mash the avocados. You can also blend all of the ingredients together in a food processor after melting the chocolate.
To melt the chocolate, place it in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second increments on high, stirring between each one, until melted through. If you don't have a microwave, you can also melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in a glass bowl placed over a couple inches of boiling water in a saucepan.
Add the mashed avocado to the bowl with the melted chocolate. Stir in the vanilla extract and kosher salt. Mix until well-combined and as smooth as possible. Again, you can use a food processor here if you want it to be really smooth.
Place the mixture in the freezer for at least 20 to 30 minutes until firm to the touch. Check it after 20 minutes to make sure it's not frozen solid.
Set up a plate with the dusting ingredients. I usually use a few tablespoons each of finely shredded coconut and cocoa powder for all of the balls.
Remove the avocado chocolate mixture from the freezer. Spoon out a tablespoon and roll it into a ball with your hands. Then, roll the truffle in your dusting ingredient of choice until coated. Repeat with the rest of the ingredients. You will get between 15 to 20 truffles depending on how big or small you want them. Work quickly so that the batter doesn't get too soft or sticky.
Place the finished truffles in an airtight container. Enjoy immediately or chill for 30 minutes in the fridge before eating.
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Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days or in the freezer for 3 months.
Nutrition facts do not include dusting ingredients.
Other options for dusting include crushed freeze-dried fruit, such as raspberries or strawberries, and sprinkles. These are good options if you want a festive flair.

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