Chocolate Covered Date and Nut Truffles

These healthy Date and Nut Truffles are a delightful, guilt-free treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Made with just five ingredients, they pack a natural sweetness from dates and a satisfying bite from an array of nutritious nuts. These truffles will give you a perfect energy boost anytime you need one!

Ingredients

🌴 25 medjool dates
🌰 1/2 cup raw almonds
🌰 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts
🌰 1/2 cup pistachios
🍫 2 cups Ghirardelli milk or dark chocolate melting wafers
🧂 Sea salt flakes

Instructions

1- Dry Roast the Nuts:

• Heat a frying pan over medium heat.
• Add the almonds, pecans (or walnuts), and pistachios.
• Stir constantly for 3 to 4 minutes until they're lightly toasted and fragrant.
• Remove from the pan and allow them to cool.

2- Prep the Dates:

• Remove the pits from the medjool dates.
• Transfer them to a food processor and pulse until they are chopped and form a paste-like consistency.

3- Combine Dates and Nuts:

• Add the cooled nuts into the food processor with the date paste.
• Pulse until the nuts are coarsely chopped and fully incorporated with the dates.
• The mixture should be sticky and holds together when pressed.

4- Form the Truffles:

• Scoop 1 to 2 tablespoons of the mixture into your palm and tightly press it together.
• Roll it into a ball using the palm of your hands.
• Repeat with the remaining mixture.

5- Melt the Chocolate:

• Following the package instructions, melt the Ghirardelli chocolate wafers until smooth and pourable.

6- Coat the Truffles:

• Using a fork, dip each date and nut ball into the melted chocolate.
• Gently roll to ensure an even coat.
• Allow any excess chocolate to drip off before placing the truffle onto a parchment-lined dish.

7- Finish and Serve:

• After all truffles are coated, drizzle any remaining chocolate over the tops.
• Sprinkle with sea salt flakes to taste.
• Allow the chocolate to set, then enjoy your delightful, sweet treat!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes (for roasting nuts)
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: About 20 truffles
Calories per Serving: Approximately 150 kcal
Protein: 2g
Fats: 8g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Equipment: Frying pan, food processor, parchment paper, fork, dish

Cooking Tips

• To make it easier to roll the balls, slightly dampen your hands.
• Be careful not to burn the nuts when roasting; they should just be lightly toasted.

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Date and Nut Truffles