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Photo Credit: Victor ProtasioWith just five ingredients (plus some flaky salt), you can create these stunning, rich truffles made from sesame, almond, and dates. Their sweetness is complemented by a marzipan-like texture from the almond flour and a mild bitterness from the tahini and chocolate. Start by blending dates, almond flour, and tahini in a food processor until smooth, then shape the mixture into balls and dip them in chocolate.
The dipping chocolate is a delightful blend of chopped bittersweet chocolate and coconut oil, creating a shell that solidifies when chilled. A dash of sea salt adds a sophisticated touch and enhances the flavors.
If you're into smoky flavors, try using smoked sea salt for a unique twist. For a sweeter version, top with shredded coconut, or use the almond flour for a visual pop.
Ingredients List
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1 1/2 cups pitted Medjool dates (13 to 15)
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1/4 cup blanched almond flour
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1/4 cup tahini
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8 oz. 63% cacao bittersweet chocolate, chopped
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1 Tbsp coconut oil
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Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
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Blend dates, almond flour, and tahini in a food processor until smooth, about 1 minute. Shape the mixture into 1-tablespoon-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to coat in chocolate.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and coconut oil. Microwave on high in 30-second bursts, stirring in between, until fully melted, about 90 seconds. Allow to cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
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Use a fork to dip each truffle into the melted chocolate. Gently wiggle the fork to remove excess chocolate, then return the truffle to the parchment paper. Repeat with the remaining truffles. Drizzle any leftover chocolate over them, then immediately sprinkle with sea salt. Chill for 10 minutes or until ready to serve.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 352 | Calories |
| 16g | Fat |
| 52g | Carbs |
| 4g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 352 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 16g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat 7g | 37% |
| Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium 83mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52g | 19% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 42g | |
| Protein 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 63mg | 5% |
| Iron 3mg | 17% |
| Potassium 515mg | 11% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
