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Chocolate orange truffles with a bite taken out of the one placed on top.

Healthy Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles

Dark Chocolate Orange Truffles are a rich and decadent treat! They're lower in sugar and made with wholesome ingredients like fresh orange puree, coconut milk, and dairy-free dark chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
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 the orange zest aside while you make the puree.
  • Add the peeled orange into a high-speed blender, and blend until it's a smooth puree. (About 60 seconds.)

Making the Truffles

  • Next, add the dark chocolate chips, orange puree, orange zest, coconut milk, vanilla extract, and salt into a small saucepan.
  • Stir on low heat with a whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Then transfer the chocolate mixture into a large bowl. Add in the coconut flour and fold together with a spatula until the flour has been absorbed. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to 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!
  • Then, dip each ball into the chocolate. (I like using two forks.) Allow the excess coating of chocolate to drip off into the bowl before placing on a parchment paper lined baking sheet or large plate.
  • Repeat until all of the balls are evenly coated. Top with another drizzle of chocolate, extra orange zest, and flaky sea salt. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the truffles to set.

Notes

Expert 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!
  • Let the truffle mixture chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
  • Use a small 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 airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
You can also store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure you use an airtight freezer safe container.
** See full post for more information and helpful tips!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 132kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 66mgPotassium: 145mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 16IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 1mg
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