Chocolate Chickpea Truffles Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Chocolate Chickpea Truffles are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional truffles. Made with chickpeas and cocoa powder, they offer a healthy alternative for dessert lovers. This Healthy Desserts Recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Nutritious Chocolate Chickpea Truffles

These truffles are rich in flavor and provide a good source of protein and fiber thanks to the chickpeas. The recipe is simple and takes about 30 minutes to prepare, making it a great option for a quick and healthy treat.

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional for coating)
Chopped nuts or shredded coconut for rolling (optional)

Instructions

Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, cocoa powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
Chill the Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to firm up.
Form the Truffles: Once chilled, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls using your hands.
Coat the Truffles: If desired, melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler. Dip each truffle in the melted chocolate and then roll in chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
Set and Serve: Place the coated truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until the chocolate is set. Serve chilled or at room temperature.