Just the mere mention of the word and I'm instantly transported to another time(s) - mainly, all the Valentine's Days of yester-years. As a young girl, one of my favorites parts about the holiday was always the anticipation of receiving my big box of Russel Stover Assorted Chocolates from mom & dad, and eagerly biting into each, never knowing for sure what was waiting on the inside...chocolate ganache, chewy caramel, creamy cherry filling? Even now, as an adult with a pretty strong sense of self-control, I am still SO SO SUPER DUPER tempted every Valentine's Day by the grocery aisles full of those pretty red, heart-shaped boxes!
These truffles definitely feel like a "cheat", but they are, without a doubt, a much healthier version of the truffle than anything you'll find from Mr. Stover. They're covered in healthy dark chocolate and filled with chewy, sweet coconut. I'm REALLY excited to share this recipe with you - super easy, and I know you'll love them!
The recipe makes 18-21 Truffles. If you're anything like my husband and I, that amount will last you approximately...2 days ;) Enjoy!
Dark Chocolate Coconut Paleo Truffles
Ingredients:
2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
4 Tbsp maple syrup
5 Tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 ounces dark chocolate for melting
Directions:
1. Pulse the coconut in a food processor until the texture becomes like thick flour. Transfer to a bowl and add the maple syrup and coconut oil. Stir until a thick paste forms.
2. Using your hands, squeeze the mixture into 18-21 small balls. Place the coconut balls in the fridge for ~30 minutes or until firm.
3. Melt the chocolate slowly and gently until smooth and spreadable (using either a double-boiler or your microwave).
4. Lay out a sheet of wax paper. Using two forks, roll each coconut ball in the chocolate until completely covered. Scoop the ball out with the fork and let the extra chocolate drip off the fork. Gently place the truffle onto wax paper and chill until the chocolate has hardened. Store in the fridge.
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