Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 ounces Unsweetened chocolate squares ((see note))
  • 1 ¼ cups full fat coconut milk ((see note))
  • 1 cup Medjool dates ((8 - 12 dates, pitted))
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract ((or vanilla))
  • Topping ideas: cocoa powder, finely chopped nuts, shredded coconut, sprinkles. ((see note))

Instruction

  • Use a serrated knife to chop the chocolate bars. The smaller pieces, the faster the chocolate will melt. Transfer the chopped chocolate into a heat-resistant bowl.
  • Canned coconut milk usually has the fat separated from the milk part. So, pour and scoop it all into a blender and pulse a few times to combine it. Then measure out 1 ¼ cups. You can use the unused portion of the milk in smoothies or other recipes. Pour the measured quantity back into the blender.
  • Remove the pits from the dates and add them to the blender. Note: If your dates are older and thus dried out a little, it helps to heat them up in the microwave for 20 seconds. Or you can also let them sit in hot water for 10 minutes.
  • Pulse the coconut milk and dates together. Remove the lid and use a rubber spatula to push down contents from the side of the bowl. Pulse again. Continue this process until the mixture is relatively smooth.
  • Transfer the coconut date mixture to a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 1 minute. Be sure to use oven mitts to remove it from the microwave because the bowl will be hot. Pour this mixture over the chopped chocolate. Cover the chocolate and set aside for 1 to 3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt. Then stir it all together. If the chocolate isn't entirely melted, place the bowl in the microwave and heat for 1 minute. Stir again. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours or up to overnight.
  • When you're ready to roll the truffles, place a sheet of parchment paper over a pan. Use a cookie dough scoop to scoop the chocolate. I filled each scoop about a little more than halfway. Place scoops on prepared pan. Roll each scoop into a rough ball shape. Place the tray in the fridge for 30 minutes or so.
  • Once the balls have chilled, roll them again to create a more precise ball shape. Then roll balls in your favorite toppings, like cocoa powder, finely-chopped nuts, sprinkles, and more.
  • Store truffles in the fridge. They will keep up to 5 days there. They can also be frozen where they'll keep up to 2 months.