Monday, December 28, 2009

Decadent Dairy-Free Chocolate Truffles


From Vegetarian Times - "Truffles are usually made with heavy cream, but you’ll never miss the dairy in these luscious vegan chocolates."

ingredient list

Serves 10 (makes about 30 truffles)

6 - 6.5 oz. high-quality dark chocolate (60% cocoa), finely chopped
1/4 cup walnut, almond or canola oil
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Directions

1. Place chocolate, oil and 1/3 cup water in microwave-safe bowl. Heat on high in microwave 1 minute. Stir; heat 1 minute more, or until chocolate has melted. Whisk until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and chill 6 hours, or overnight.

2. Place cocoa and nuts on separate plates. Shape truffle mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls into small, 3/4-inch balls. Roll in cocoa or chopped nuts. Chill until ready to serve.


Nutritional Information

Per TRUFFLE:

Calories 66
Protein 1g
Total Fat 5g
Saturated Fat 1g
Carbs 4g
Fiber 1g
Sugar 3g

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