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Chocolate Chickpea Truffles

Delicious Chocolate Chickpea Truffles for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy guilt-free Chocolate Chickpea Truffles packed with protein and fiber for a deliciously healthy treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 truffles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffles
  • 1 can Chickpeas Canned for ease of preparation.
  • 1 cup Dates Soak in hot water if dry.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened for health.
  • 1/4 cup Peanut Butter Substitute with sunflower seed butter for nut-free.
  • 1 pinch Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Agave Syrup Maple syrup can be used instead.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Dry-Roasted Unsalted Peanuts Can substitute with cocoa powder or shredded coconut.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Baking Sheet
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak your dates in hot water for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, softened dates, cocoa powder, peanut butter, a pinch of salt, and agave syrup. Process until smooth and creamy.
  3. Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl and chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
  4. Roll the mixture into 16-18 even balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Pulse the dry-roasted unsalted peanuts until finely chopped to use as the coating.
  6. Roll each truffle in the crushed peanuts until evenly coated.
  7. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

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