MASCARPONE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
Creamy chocolate truffles with mascarpone, cocoa, almonds and walnuts for a rich melt in your mouth treat.
TIME: 10 MINUTES + CHILLING
DIFFICULTY: EASY
SERVINGS: 20 PIECES
NUTRITIONAL FACTS
Calories
85
Fats
7 g
Saturates
2.5 g
Carbs
3.5 g
Sugars
2 g
Protein
2 g
Fibre
0.7 g
Salt
0 g
Nutrition values are estimated per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients used.
INGREDIENTS
- 200 g mascarpone
- 60 g almonds
- 60 g walnuts
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 3–4 tbsp date sugar, or maple syrup for a smoother texture
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- A pinch of salt
- Cocoa powder or shredded coconut, optional for topping
EQUIPMENT
- Food processor
- Bowl
- Tray
- Baking paper
METHOD
- Add all ingredients to a food processor.
- Blend until you have a thick smooth mixture that you can shape with your hands.
- Roll into small balls and coat in cocoa or shredded coconut.
- Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until firm.
NOTES
- For sweeter truffles add 1 extra tablespoon of maple syrup.
- For firmer texture increase the almonds or refrigerate longer.
- Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.
