Chocolate Truffles with a healthy twist

Chocolate truffle Ganache Base

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 2 cups raw cashews
• 3/4 cup cacao powder
• 1/4 cup pure REAL maple syrup
• 1/2 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup cacao nibs
• 1TB vanilla
• 1 tsp salt

Directions

1. In a food processor blend coconut & cashews for 10-15 seconds. Add in remaining ingredients until well combined and a paste forms. Place in fridge to chill for 30 minutes.
2. With your hands, roll balls into truffle size spheres. Place in a freezer to set for 20 minutes.

Ganache coating

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut oil
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup cacao powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla

Directions

1. Blend all ingredients in food processor or blender.
2. Coat chilled truffles using a fork. Place on plate back into freezer to set up.
3. Store in an airtight container for 1 week (or as long as they last, which isn't long in my house)

Enjoy!