CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

sweet treats
Written By Flóra Szalai

BLACK BEAN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

Dark chocolate, nut butter and a secret ingredient: black beans. That’s right, these indulgent truffles are fibre-packed. Don’t worry, you can’t taste the beans, but your gut will thank you later.


Prep Time: 10-15 min
Chill Time: 1 hour

Makes 12 truffles

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed

  • 75 g dark chocolate (70%+ cocoa), chopped

  • 1 tbsp coconut oil

  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)

  • 3 tbsp nut butter (almond or peanut)

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup or honey

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of sea salt

  • Optional: shredded coconut, cocoa powder, or chopped nuts for rolling

METHOD

1. Melt the chocolate with the coconut oil in a bowl in the microwave or with a double boiler.
2. Blend the bIack beans in the food processor until smooth along with the cocoa powder, nut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt and melted chocolate.
3. Chill the batter in the fridge for 30–60 minutes to firm up slightly.
4. Form the batter into balls. If desired, roll in cocoa powder, shredded coconut, or chopped nuts for decoration.
5. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days (if they last that long).

  • Per Square (makes 12)

    • Calories: ~95 kcal

    • Protein: ~3g

    • Carbohydrates: ~11 g

    • Fibre: ~3g

    • Fat: ~5 g

    • Iron: ~1.3 mg

    • Calcium: ~20 mg

    • Potassium: 160 mg

    • Magnesium: ~ 50 mg

    • Zinc: ~0.5 mg

    All values are an estimate.

These recipes are provided for inspiration. They are not prescriptive meal plans or serve as medical advice. We encourage you to listen to your body, honour your hunger and fullness, and adapt meals to suit your individual needs and preferences.

Flóra Szalai
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