Clean Eats: Chocolate Coconut "Truffles"
These decadent truffles are free of dairy, soy and gluten, but no less delicious.
CHOCOLATE COCONUT “TRUFFLES”
SERVINGS 12
INGREDIENTS:
12 pitted dates, softened
1/4 cup raw cacao powder
1/3 cup organic shredded coconut
1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios, cashews, or walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
In a powerful blender or food processor, add cacao powder, dates, nuts (if using) and 1/4 cup of coconut
Pulse about 40 times until mixture is combined
With slightly damp hands, form mixture into equally shaped balls
Roll in reserved coconut
Chill in fridge to firm, at least 6 hours
*Stores well up to 1 week in the fridge
