Savory Vegan Salted Chocolate Truffles

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 8 oz vegan dark chocolate, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup coconut cream
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling on top
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder, for dusting

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
2. 2.In a small saucepan, heat the coconut cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
3. 3.Pour the hot coconut cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 1-2 minutes.
4. 4.Add the maple syrup and 1/4 tsp of sea salt to the bowl with the chocolate and coconut cream, and whisk until smooth and creamy.
5. 5.Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes, or until it has firmed up enough to roll into balls.
6. 6.Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out small portions of the chocolate mixture and roll them into balls.
7. 7.Place the cocoa powder in a shallow dish, and roll each truffle in the cocoa powder until coated.
8. 8.Sprinkle a little extra sea salt on top of each truffle, if desired.
9. 9.Refrigerate the truffles until firm, then serve and enjoy!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor a fun twist, try rolling the truffles in chopped nuts or shredded coconut instead of cocoa powder.
• chevron_rightIf you don't have coconut cream, you can use full-fat coconut milk instead. Just be sure to use the thick, creamy part of the coconut milk that separates from the liquid when chilled.