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Ring in the holidays with these rich, smooth, chocolatey truffles with a twist! Move over Godiva there are vegan dark chocolate truffles in town.

Pile of vegan dark chocolate truffles coated in a variety of ingredients

Truffles. Vegan dark chocolate truffles in fact. Need I say more? Yes, I need. Because these vegan dark chocolate truffles combine the deep dark chocolate flavor with a cranberry tang and end with a crunch. It’s like a little holiday party in your mouth.

I will warn you though, if you make these, hide them. My vulture children attacked these like they hadn’t seen chocolate before. I’m talking cocoa powder flying, smears of dark on their face making them look like tribal warriors, and teeth as dark as night. It was a fierce battle. And the carnage left behind was not pretty.

Pile of vegan dark chocolate truffles and the top one has a big bite in it

It’s all about the flavor combo

The flavors I combined here really surprised me at how well they went together. A touch of cinnamon is the key. Can we talk about how great cinnamon is in chocolate? It’s one of my favorite ways to enhance chocolate flavor. And with vegan dark chocolate, you may as well make sure you’re sitting down…

The uniqueness in these truffles is the crunch I put in. I used cacao nibs to give that real crunchy finish. I love when food has different textures, and these are no exception. Smoothness from the vegan dark chocolate, yet crunchy from the nibs. Absolute perfection!

Side view of glass jars with pecans, cacao nibs, sugar and cocoa spilling out

The inside counts, but so does the outside

I coated each little ball in a variety of ways. Cocoa powder for that extra cocoa flavor, cinnamon and coconut sugar for that deep taste, cacao nibs for more crunch and chopped pecans because, well, pecans are amazing.

Not only are these so delicious, but they are SO easy to make. I’m not joking when I say I made a batch with one child hanging on each of my legs and one in my arms. It was messy, and not the best way to go about it, but it kept them quiet and that’s all I needed at the time. Mom life, where you do things you never thought you’d do.

Vegan dark chocolate truffle sitting in a pile of cocoa half coated

So I know that you want to run to your kitchen, whip out your food processor and be one step closer to chocolatey heaven. Once you arrive, send me a note and tell me what you think. Something like “mmmhmnnmm” works if you can’t stop shoving these in your mouth. I read piggy, so I’ll get it. And keep reading for a little last gift I am leaving you with…

Pile of a variety of vegan dark chocolate truffles surrounded by Christmas decor

Extra Tips For Making These Vegan Dark Chocolate Truffles

  • It’s critical to have all your ingredients at room temperature or the chocolate will harden, ruining the texture of the truffles.
  • You can add less or more cranberries or cacao nibs if you prefer.
  • You can also add one more tablespoon of coconut milk if you want these on the softer side. They will be less dense, a bit more like fudge.
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Vegan Cranberry Crunch Dark Chocolate Truffles
Prep Time
20 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 
Ring in the holidays with these rich, smooth, chocolatey truffles with a twist! Move over Godiva there's a vegan dark chocolate treat in town.
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: non dairy truffles, Vegan desserts
Servings: 30 truffles
Calories: 61 kcal
Author: Sophia DeSantis
Ingredients
Truffles:
  • 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips ,melts into about 1 1/4 cups
  • 1/4 cup light coconut milk ,room temperature (see note_
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup ,room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries ,chopped
  • 1/4 cup cacao nibs
Toppings to roll them in:
  • cocoa powder
  • chopped pecans
  • cacao nibs
  • coconut sugar and cinnamon mix ,I mixed 1:1
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Instructions
  1. Melt dark chocolate chips in microwave or over stove top until just melted and super smooth, being careful not to burn. It took me about 1 minute and 45 seconds in my microwave, I did it in 15 second increments stirring in between.
  2. Place melted chocolate with all other ingredients except cranberries and cacao nibs into a food processor. Blend until smooth.

  3. Once smooth, put in dried cranberries and cacao nibs and pulse until thoroughly mixed and slightly chopped. 

  4. Place in refrigerator for 2-3 hours until firm but still pliable. If you keep it longer or overnight and it’s too hard in the morning, then leave out for a few hours for it to get soft. You could also very slowly try and warm it in the microwave but do it on a defrost setting so that you don’t get it too soft on the edges but hard in the middle.

  5. Once hardened a bit, scoop out a spoonful and using hands, roll into 1 inch balls. 

  6. Coat in topping of choice, using a variety is fun for the holidays. 

  7. Enjoy at room temperature, they will be firm but still smooth and easy to eat. Try and resist stuffing multiple into your mouth.

Recipe Notes
  • It’s critical to have all your ingredients at room temperature or the chocolate will harden, ruining the texture of the truffles.
  • You can add less or more cranberries or cacao nibs if you prefer.
  • You can also add one more tablespoon of coconut milk if you want these on the softer side. They will be less dense, a bit more like fudge.
Nutrition Facts
Vegan Cranberry Crunch Dark Chocolate Truffles
Amount Per Serving
Calories 61 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 30mg 1%
Potassium 58mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Sugars 4g
Vitamin C 0.1%
Calcium 2.8%
Iron 0.7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Remember the present I promised you? Well here it is…I mean, what’s better than a collection of holiday treats from a group of insanely amazing bloggers?! Nothing, that’s what. Welcome to the Vegan & Gluten Free Holiday Cookie Party! You. Are. Welcome.

Holiday vegan christmas cookie party collage

1.Chocolate Candy Cane Crunch Cookies – Rebecca from Strength And Sunshine

2.Gingerbread Fig Bars – Natalie from Feasting On Fruit

3.No-Bake Marzipan Rum Balls – Bianca from Elephantastic Vegan

4.Chocolate Drizzle Ginger Pecan Cookies – Laura from Chronicles Of Passion

5.Chewy Gluten Free Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies – Jenn from Veggie Inspired Journey

6.Cranberry Chocolate Coconut Macaroons – Linda from Veganosity

7.Vegan Orange Cinnamon Christmas Cookies – Sina from Vegan Heaven

8.Cranberry White Chocolate Ginger Cookies – Leah from Love Me Feed Me

9.Chocolate Tahini Cookies – Lucie from Win-Win Food

10.Sugar Cookie (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Oil-Free) – Brandi from The Vegan 8

11.Orange Spice Cookies – Harriet from Harriet Emily

12.Vegan Cranberry Crunch Dark Chocolate Truffles – Sophia from Veggies Don’t Bite

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    • Ha! Thank you Rebecca! I love the different textures in my food! And smooth chocolate with a crunch is no exception. Thank you SO much for putting this together!

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  2. Sophia, these look amazeballs! I made a version of these for a holiday cookie exchange years ago and I remember my kids looking like your kids must have looked. Black teeth and chocolate fingers touching everything! I can’t wait to make your version, they look incredible.

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    • Thank you Linda!! I love a kid covered in chocolate. For some reason, I think it’s hilarious! But they were banned from my formal room with my white couch!

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  3. Pretty sure I would NOT share these with anyone. Ok, maybe, but I would make a batch JUST for me! My goodness these look and sound amazing! LOVE the added cinnamon and cocoa nibs are so fun! Can’t wait to try!

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    • Thanks Jenn! The cinnamon and nibs were my favorite part! Cinnamon is SO good with chocolate! I definitely think you should keep them to yourself 😉

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    • Thanks Laura! I made them both ways, with the different amounts of milk I stated, but I like mine on the firmer side. Smooth yet firm. Dense and yummy! The coating was the most fun!

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    • Ha Leah!! Totally understand. I’d have a hard time keeping them alive over here too. Thanks for your sweet comment!

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  6. Mhhh.. these look totally amazing, Sophia! I think I’d go with the ones rolled in cocoa because there is never enough chocolate 😀 No wonder your kids were crazy about these! I love that they are so easy to make, they are the perfect addition to every christmas cookie platter 🙂

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    • Thank you Bianca! I thought the cocoa would be my favorite too but I actually ended up loving the cinnamon sugar ones! Go figure. The fact that they are so easy is a huge bonus!

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  7. These look unbelievably rich Sophia, my goodness! Chocolate with crunchiness and cinnamon, I think you covered just about all the yummy things here 🙂 Your photo was one of my favorite of the whole bunch, I love the festive styling. Thank you so very much for joining the party!

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    • Awe, thank you Natalie! You are too sweet. Thank you guys so much for including me and putting it together! It turned out amazing!!

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  8. Gosh, cranberries in vegan chocolate truffles? I’m pretty sure I’m going to freak out of excitement just by imagining what these taste like.
    *freaking out*
    Alright, I can form coherent sentences now 😀 I just ADORE the chocolate-cranberry combination <3 Can't wait to make these!

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    • Ha! Thank you Lucie! I love the tang the cranberries give. Especially with the slight bitter of the dark chocolate! I wish I could send you a batch!

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  9. I love that you called your kids vultures, LOL!!! But that is how I would be too, around these! These look like total chocolate truffle perfection! I love how creamy they look and I totally agree that the more rolled in toppings make these even more amazing. I love rolling mine in coconut sugar and cocoa powder the best and although I love a lot of the toppings, good ole cocoa powder is always my favorite because of the intense dark chocolate flavor. OMG. I now want truffles!! Great job girlfriend, they are beautiful! I love how festive you made them too, so adorable!

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    • Awe, thank you Brandi! Such sweet comments. I love the variety of toppings. So yummy to switch it up. I love the cocoa too. But I also really loved the cinnamon and coconut sugar!!

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    • Thank you so much Trinity! Your comment totally made my day! It’s funny because I didn’t think the photos would turn out too well, but I’m pretty happy with them in the end. Funny what our thoughts are as we photograph!

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    • Yes! I agree. Homemade chocolate is the best. Now I wonder what my kids teachers would think if there were little bites out of each one…

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  20. Hubby was sitting next to me while I was reading this blog post and said, “What are those?! We need to make them!” Oh, man, Sophia!! These look insanely dangerous. You know my love (ahem, addiction) for chocolate and these look like a dream. I have to laugh because I can totally picture you making these one-handed! And you can read piggy…I almost died! I’ve got this recipe pinned and plan to make these asap!

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    • Haha Mandy!! Well being a mama I know you’ve been there! Although I highly recommend two hands. Much less messy. Let me know if you give these a try! I’m totally making them again next week as teacher gifts!

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    • Thank you so much Nissrine! Yes, they were quite a hit with the kids. LOL They keep asking when I will make them again!

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  25. Oh my goodness, your description of your children made me laugh so much – sounds just like my littles when there is chocolate around! I am going to make these with the kids this afternoon, they sound great 🙂

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    • Ha Donna! There’s something about chocolate right?! I mean, I get pretty excited myself. LOL Hope they turned out great!

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