Cocoa-Date TrufflesSang An
These can be prepared a number of different ways. Pick one flavoring, then roll them in the coatings of your choice.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 20 servings
Ingredients
3 tablespoons raw cacao powder
1 1/2 cups Medjool dates, pitted
3 tablespoons (or more) unsweetened shredded coconut or quick-cooking oats
Pinch of sea salt
Flavoring options: (choose one)
1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
Coating options: (mix and match)
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup lightly toasted sesame seeds
1/2 cup crushed lightly toasted pistachios
1/2 cup crushed lightly toasted hazelnuts
Ingredient info: Raw cacao powder and unsweetened shredded coconut can be found at natural foods stores, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.
Preparation
Step 1
Purée cacao powder, dates, 3 tablespoons coconut, and salt in a food processor until almost smooth, adding water by teaspoonfuls if too dry and crumbly and coconut by teaspoonfuls if too wet and sticky. Add desired flavoring and pulse to combine.
Step 2
Scoop date purée by the tablespoonful and roll into 1" balls. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
Step 3
Roll truffles in desired coatings to cover.
Nutrition Per Serving
Per serving: 130 calories
4 g fat
3 g fiber
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit
