These Easy Avocado Truffles are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without having to indulge in unhealthy desserts. Plus they’re gluten free, dairy free, paleo, and vegan.
If I told you my kids LOVE these avocado truffles would you believe me? Because it’s totally true. They pretty much devour them as fast as they can, especially Mackenzie. The girl can NOT get enough of them. And I don’t blame them, they’re really good. They also don’t know they’re full of healthy avocado fat so it’s pretty much a mom-win for me.
These avocado truffles were inspired by my trip to PMA’s Fresh Summit back in October. Avocados from Mexico had them as a favor on the tables at one of our breakfasts. I still need to re-create their avocado ice cream, which was spectacular.
Anyways.
Happy New Year! Some of you might be on a little “diet” right now so I thought it would be a good time to share these avocado truffles with you. These bad boys are made with avocado as the base and they’re mixed with some dairy free chocolate to make them oh, so tasty. I’m not going to call these a health food per say, I’m not a nutritionist. But I will say these are a much better choice for you than traditional truffles since there isn’t any butter or cream used here.
So if you have a little hankering for something sweet, these would be a good swap-out. They might even become your new bff. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 1/2 C dairy free chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of sea salt
- 1/2 C shredded coconut
Instructions
- Remove the avocado from the skins and remove the pits. Place the avocado in a food processor and pulse until the avocado is completely smooth. Set aside.
- Add the chocolate chips to a large microwave safe bowl and melt at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir the chocolate chips really well. If they're not completely melted, continue to melt the chocolate chips at 50% power for 15 seconds, stirring after each heating.
- When the chocolate is melted, stir in the avocado, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until completely combined then refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
- When the mixture is chilled, use a tablespoon to scoop and then roll into round truffles and immediately roll the truffles in the coconut. Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to two weeks.
by Sharon
Recipe Notes
Use sweetened or unsweetened coconut, your choice. Unsweetened is the healthier choice 😉
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Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
I’m so glad I finally started liking avocados a few years ago! I used hate them, but now…I just love that creaminess goodness! When you play it up with fabulous flavors (like chocolate) no one could turn them down!
Sharon says
I used to dislike them too but now I love them, especially with chocolate or Mexican-ish food 🙂
Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says
I am always impressed how far avocado can go!! It is turning up everywhere ( and for good reason!) I love the creativity behind these! They look so good!
Sharon says
Right?! It’s super versatile!
DessertForTwo says
Yum! I love that these are ‘healthy!’
Sharon says
That’s the best part, aside from how good they taste 🙂
TidyMom says
I’m such a huge avocado lover, I HAVE to try this recipe!!
Sharon says
If you love avocado, you’ll love these. Although, you can’t really taste the avocado, mostly just the chocolate with a hint of fruitiness.
Raia says
Healthy + chocolate. You are speaking my language. 😀 These look delicious!
Sharon says
Thanks Raia!
Chrystal @ Gluten-Free Palate says
I can’t wait to try this. I love avocados and chocolate 😉 This would make a great Valentines day gift for someone too!
Best,
Chrystal
Sharon says
They would, if you want to share 😉
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
Yes. Yes, and YES! I’m pinning these and will be making them ASAP! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Sharon says
Thanks for pinning Renee!
Megan says
Mmmm…I bet the avocado makes these the perfect texture. What a good idea!
Sharon says
Thanks Megan!
Nutmeg Nanny says
Those truffles look so rich and fudgy. I want one…or two…or three 🙂
Sharon says
Three would be ok since it’s mostly fruit, right 😉
Megan Keno says
What a great idea to use avocado, they look amazing and I love that they are a healthy treat!
Sharon says
Thanks Megan!
jules says
Another brilliant recipe, Sharon! I make the avocado-chocolate pudding and we love it, but these truffles are the next incredibly decadent/yet so healthy step! Thanks for sharing!!!
~jules
Sharon says
I love avocado-chocolate pudding too 🙂 These are a more portable option.
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
I have made super fudgy brownies before using avocado, so I know these truffles have to be amazing too. 🙂 And I love that they are dairy free.
Sharon says
Baking with avocado is my next step, so far I’ve just made ‘raw’ desserts with it. I bet the brownies were so good!
Beth says
NO WAY!! Avocado and chocolate?! This is amaze-balls haha 🙂
Sharon says
haha thanks Beth!
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
Dear Sharon, looking at your amazing pictures I seriously can hardly believe these are made of avocado. No wonder Mackenzie is scarfing them. They look super delicious and decadent.
Sharon says
Thanks Allie!
Elle @ Only Taste Matters says
I still haven’t tried avocado and chocolate but I think this recipe may just be a great place to start! Pinned!
Becky Winkler (A Calculated Whisk) says
I love that you recreated these–they look amazing!
Sharon says
Thanks Becky! I snagged like, 4 of the truffles off the breakfast table that day so I KNEW I had to start making them at home haha
Katie @ 24 Carrot life says
Omg these look so amazing! Good thing I have all the ingredients in my kitchen already. Definitely going to make these soon!
Heather says
Hey! These taste delicious. The only problem I’m having is rolling them. I chilled them in the fridge overnight and they are still pretty soft and messy to roll. Any tips?
Sharon says
Hi Heather,
If the weather is warm and humid, it might make it harder to roll them. After refrigerating them, try scooping the truffles with a spoon or scoop and then place them on a parchment (or wax paper, etc.) lined baking sheet and then refrigerate them again before rolling them out.
I sometimes find too that if my hands are warm it melts them a bit as I roll them so I rinse my hands with cold water after rolling a few. Hope that helps!
Fiona Saluk says
I love this idea! I’m not a huge fan of raw shredded coconut so I might toast it first, but can’t wait to try these! Love sneaky veggies into desserts!
Sharon says
Toasted coconut would be great!
Christie @3wholepeas says
Oh. My. Goodness. Why have I not made these yet? These look amazing!! Plus, any way I can get avocados into my son is a bonus too!