Chocolate Truffles with Virgin Coconut Oil

Planning a special event and a receipt for a sweet treat that is yummy and healthy? Look no further than our chocolate truffles made with Virgin Coconut Oil.  These Chocolate Truffles are a guaranteed  crowd-pleasing treat and will make excellent gifts. This version is vegan, gluten-free, and has the health benefits of virgin coconut oil

  • Prep Time10 min
  • Perform Time10 min
  • Cuisine
    • American
    • French
    • Italian
  • Course
    • Dessert
  • Suitable for Diet
    • Low Calorie
    • Low Fat

INGREDIENTS

  • 12 ounces unsweetened dark chocolate, chopped 
  • ¼ cup Virgin Coconut Oil
  • ¾ cup coconut milk (full fat) or coconut cream
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt  
  • Honey or maple syrup to taste

STEPS

1

Using a double boiler, melt the chocolate and coconut oil together, stirring continuously. Add the coconut milk and whisk until smooth.

2

Remove from heat, then add the vanilla, salt, and a little bit of the recommended sweetener.

3

Chill the mixture for 2 hours or until it is set.

4

Using a tablespoon, scoop a spoonful of the mixture, roll into a ball and then roll in a coating of your choice

5

Return finished truffles to the refrigerator and chill truffles for at least 10 minutes, then serve.

6

Store remaining truffles in a cool place.