Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 15 dates (dried, pits removed)
  • 3/4  cups sliced or slivered almonds
  • 1/2 cup pecans
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder (plus 2 tablespoons if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon agave syrup ((or honey))
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup hot water
  • Optional truffle coating: coconut flakes, sprinkles, cocoa powder, or crushed nuts

Instruction

  • Soak the dates in hot water while you get the rest of the ingredients and start on step 2 (about 5 minutes). The water should be hot to the touch but not hot enough to burn you. 
  • Process the almonds in a food processor until coarse almond meal is formed. Add the pecans and process until they are ground up into a coarse meal as well. 
  • Drain the dates and use your hand to squeeze out excess water. Add the drained dates, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, vanilla extract, agave nectar, and salt to the food processor. Process until a smooth paste forms. If the paste is very sticky, add up to 2 more tablespoons of cocoa and process until combined. 
  • Use a tablespoon measure to help you form the truffles. Pack a heaping tablespoon of the mixture into the tablespoon measure. Scoop out the mixture and use your hands to form a tightly packed ball of truffle goodness. It is best to squeeze the mixture into little truffles instead of trying to roll them out. 
  • Optional: gently roll the truffles in the toppings of your choice.