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    Vegan Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles

    Published: Dec 17, 2021 · Modified: Sep 7, 2022 by Mariah Mandile

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    These Vegan Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles are rich and decadent! The center filling is thick and fudgy, and completely coated with a chocolate layer topped with fresh orange zest and flaky sea salt! Plus they're made with simple, wholesome ingredients like orange puree, coconut flour, and dark chocolate.

    Chocolate truffles cut in half on a white plate.

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    🍴Ingredient Notes

    Overhead shot of chocolate orange truffle ingredients.
    • Dark Chocolate Chips - Since I’m dairy-free I like to use vegan chocolate chips. I personally love the brand Pascha – they make high quality chocolate that’s dairy-free and soy-free. The 85% dark chips are my favorite because they’re sweet but not too sweet! They also have a 100% cacao option that is great for anyone who is sugar free.
    • Orange Puree - One medium sized orange blended. Don't forget to zest the orange before peeling it!
    • Coconut Milk - Or sub with any dairy-free milk! (Almond, Oat etc.)
    • Coconut Flour - This creates a nice center texture. I have not tested this recipe with any other flours.
    • Orange Zest - From one orange. Make sure you wash the orange before grating!
    • Vanilla Extract - I love adding vanilla to all of my sweet treats - especially chocolate! It adds a nice layer of flavor.
    • Salt - Don't forget the salt - it helps bring out all the flavors. I also like adding a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top.
    • Coconut Oil - You'll need a small amount of coconut oil to thin out the chocolate that you dip the truffles in. Melt with the chocolate.

    🍴Step by Step Instructions

    Step 1: Preparing the Orange

    Start by grating the entire orange. Set that aside while you make the puree. Add the peeled orange into a high speed blender, and blend until it's smooth. (About 60 seconds.)

    • Overhead shot of orange puree in blender.
    • Orange zest in a bowl.

    Step 2: Making the truffles

    Next add the chocolate chips, orange puree, orange zest, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and salt into a sauce pan. Stir on low heat with a whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer the mixture into a mixing bowl.

    • All ingredients in a pan.
    • Melted truffles in pan.

    Step 3: Chilling

    Fold together the chocolate mixture with the coconut flour. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.

    • Folding coconut flour into truffle batter.
    • Truffle batter in glass bowl.

    Step 4: Putting it all together

    In a small bowl melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20 second intervals. (Stirring in between.) It should be smooth and creamy! Then, dip each ball with two forks into the chocolate, and allow the excess chocolate to drip off. Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Repeat until all of the balls are evenly coated. Place the balls in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set. Enjoy!

    • Truffles rolled into balls.
    • Truffles dipped in chocolate with orange zest on top.

    Helpful Tips

    • Heat the chocolate at a very low temperature so it doesn't burn. Stir continuously.
    • Use a whisk to stir the chocolate! It works much better than a spoon.
    • Save some orange zest to sprinkle on top!
    • I love adding flaky sea salt on top, but it's totally optional.
    • Let the dough chill for at least 1 hour or it will be hard to roll out. (Either way it's a little messy!)
    • Use a cookie scoop to create the perfect size balls.
    • For dipping, I always use two forks so the excess chocolate can drip off. If you don't let it drip each truffle with have a flat ring of chocolate at the bottom.
    • Use parchment paper so the truffles don't stick!
    Truffle with orange slices.

    How to store leftovers

    Leftover truffles should be stored in an air tight container in the refrigerator or freezer. Serve chilled!

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    After you make these Vegan Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles, make sure to leave a comment & rate the recipe! Your feedback is helpful for me, and for anyone planning to try this recipe. I hope you love them as much as I do!

    Recipe

    Chocolate truffles cut in half on a white plate.

    Vegan Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles

    These Vegan Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles are rich and decadent! The center filling is thick and fudgy, and completely coated with a chocolate layer topped with fresh orange zest and flaky sea salt! Plus they're made with simple, wholesome ingredients like orange puree, coconut flour, and dark chocolate.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Chilling 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 14
    Calories 132 kcal

    Equipment

    • High Speed Blender
    • Small Sauce Pan
    • Whisk

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 Cup Dark Chocolate Chips
    • ½ Cup Orange Puree One medium sized orange blended.
    • ¼ Cup Coconut Milk Or any dairy-free milk!
    • 3 Tablespoons Coconut Flour
    • Orange Zest From one orange.
    • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • ¼ Teaspoon Salt

    Top Coating

    • ½ Cup Dark Chocolate Chips
    • 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil

    Instructions
     

    Preparing the Orange

    • Start by grating the entire orange. Set that aside while you make the puree. Add the peeled orange into a high speed blender, and blend until it's smooth. (About 60 seconds.)

    Making the Truffles

    • Next add the chocolate chips, orange puree, orange zest, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and salt into a sauce pan.
    • Stir on low heat with a whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Transfer the mixture into a mixing bowl.
    • Fold together the chocolate mixture with the coconut flour. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
    • Once the truffle mixture has cooled, roll into 14 small balls. Place on a plate, and return to the refrigerator while you prepare the chocolate.

    Putting it all together

    • In a small bowl melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20 second intervals. (Stirring in between.) It should be smooth and creamy!
    • Dip each ball with two forks into the chocolate, and allow the excess chocolate to drip off. Place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Repeat until all of the balls are evenly coated.
    • Place the balls in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Helpful Tips

    • Heat the chocolate at a very low temperature so it doesn't burn. Stir continuously.
    • Use a whisk to stir the chocolate! It works much better than a spoon.
    • Save some orange zest to sprinkle on top!
    • I love adding flaky sea salt on top, but it's totally optional.
    • Let the dough chill for at least 1 hour or it will be hard to roll out. (Either way it's a little messy!)
    • Use a cookie scoop to create the perfect size balls.
    • For dipping, I always use two forks so the excess chocolate can drip off. If you don't let it drip each truffle with have a flat ring of chocolate at the bottom.
    • Use parchment paper so the truffles don't stick!

    How to store leftovers

    Leftover truffles should be stored in an air tight container in the refrigerator or freezer. Serve chilled!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 66mgPotassium: 145mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 16IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 1mg
    Keywords chocolate orange truffle, dark chocolate orange truffle, how to make vegan truffles, vegan chocolate truffle
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    1. Anne

      December 17, 2021 at 3:48 pm

      5 stars
      I can’t wait to make these! They look delicious!

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