Description
Chocolate-Covered Date & Almond Truffles are no-bake, naturally sweet treats made with wholesome ingredients like chewy dates, crunchy almonds, and rich chocolate. Perfect for guilt-free snacking or sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 3/4 cup raw or roasted almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate (for melting)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother melted chocolate)
Instructions
- Place the pitted dates and almonds into a food processor and pulse until the mixture is sticky and crumbly.
- Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, then blend again until the mixture forms a dough-like texture.
- Scoop out small portions and roll into bite-sized balls using your hands.
- Melt the chocolate (with coconut oil if using) in the microwave or over a double boiler.
- Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill the truffles in the fridge for 15–20 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
Notes
- Add shredded coconut or cinnamon to the mixture for extra flavor.
- Roll dipped truffles in crushed nuts or cocoa powder for texture.
- Substitute almonds with cashews, walnuts, or pecans.
- Add a spoonful of nut butter for richer texture.
- Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
