Irresistible Chickpea Truffles Recipe
Chickpea Truffles are a rich, healthy dessert made with chickpeas, almond butter, cocoa powder, and maple syrup, coated in dark chocolate for a protein-packed treat.
Ingrédients
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons almond butter (or peanut butter for a nutty twist)
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Chickpea Mixture.Start by tossing the following into a food processor: chickpeas, almond butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and some salt. Stir it up until it becomes smooth with a good creamy texture. It should be eased to scoop but not very soft, such that the whole thing hangs when one tries to scoop it.
- Step 2: Shape the Truffles.If desired, take small quantities of the mixture using a spoon (or a cookie scoop for even portions) and shape it into round balls. It’s a bit messy but fun! Put them on a baking sheet coated with parchment paper.
- Step 3: Chill the Truffles.Place the tray in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This step helps the truffles firm up and aids when coating them later on.
- Step 4: Coat the Truffles.Put some dark chocolate chips in the microwave and heat them for 15-20 seconds, stirring them until they are smooth, or get a double boiler and melt them. Next, place each truffle in the melted chocolate and ensure it is all engulfed. For extra flair, coat them in several layers of melted chocolate vermicelli, nuts, or shredded coconut when the chocolate is still soft.
- Step 5: Set and Enjoy.Put the Chickpea truffles back on the plate covered with the chocolate chips and put them in the refrigerator to harden. When it has been set firmly, take a bite of your luxury food full of fat, cream, and protein. Great for munching them on their own, as gift options, or even to pair with that perfect beverage of choice!
Notes
Helpful Tips for Perfect Chickpea Truffles
- Use Freshly Cooked Chickpeas for the Best Results : Sure, canned chickpeas are convenient (and fine to use!), but if you want next-level creaminess, try freshly cooked chickpeas. The texture is smoother, richer, and perfect for creating that melt-in-your-mouth truffle base. Plus, it’s a great way to use any extra chickpeas from your kitchen experiments!
- Adjust Sweetness to Your Taste : Not too sweet, not too bland—these truffles are all about you. If you like things sweeter, add a little extra maple syrup. Prefer something less sugary? Cut it back. The beauty of this recipe is that you can taste the mixture as you go and tweak it until it’s just right.
- Experiment with Coatings : Why stick to just one coating when there’s a whole world of options? Roll your truffles in:
- Crushed pistachios for a nutty, vibrant green finish.
- Shredded coconut for a tropical touch.
- Or go wild with colorful sprinkles if you’re feeling playful.
- Each coating brings its personality and makes these truffles look as good as they taste!