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Easy Vegan Chocolate Truffles

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These vegan truffles are easy to make using five simple ingredients. Serve them plain or roll them in toppings, they are amazing either way!

Half bitten chocolate truffle on a pile of other ones
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This post was originally published on December 9, 2015.

These babies are rich, chocolatey and super delicious. They are the perfect bite for when you need a sweet fix, but don’t want too much. And make great gifts for the holidays!

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.

Ingredients

For the truffle itself you’ll just need a handful of things:

Different bowls with ingredients to make chocolate truffles

For a variety of flavors, gather these optional toppings:

Bowls with different toppings for chocolate truffles

How To Make Vegan Truffles

As I mentioned, it’s so easy to make these vegan chocolate truffles, you’re going to have to use self control to not make them all. the. time.

  1. Melt chocolate chips.Spatula dripping with melted chocolate on top of a glass pyrex
  2. Put all base ingredients in a food processor.Different ingredients to make truffles in a food processor
  3. Blend until smooth.Top view of a food processor with smooth chocolate truffle mixture
  4. Scoop into balls and freeze, then roll them smooth.Bowl of truffle mixture and balls of it on a piece of parchment
  5. Coat in toppings. Piles of toppings with chocolate truffles being rolled in them 
  6. Enjoy!
  • Rows of chocolate truffles rolled in different toppings
  • A pile of chocolate truffles in a grey bowl

Flavor suggestions

Experimenting with different flavors is so much fun, it’s hard to go wrong! Try any of these mix ins or toppings:

  • Coconut sugar and cinnamon mix
  • Dried cranberries
  • Cacao nibs
  • Sprinkles
  • Shredded coconut

Tips and tricks

  • 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 toppings if you prefer or just keep them plain.
  • If you are mixing in other ingredients, blend the base ingredients first until smooth, then add the mix ins and pulse just until mixed.
  • 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.
  • Use your microwave to melt the chocolate. I microwaved for 1 minute and 30 seconds, in 15 second increments stirring in between.
  • These get a little messy because of how creamy they are. You can coat your hands in cocoa powder, which acts like a flour as a barrier and sucks up moisture when you roll. 
  • I use a melon baller or teaspoon measuring spoon to scoop out the fudgy mixture. Size of the ball is about that big.
  • These make excellent gifts! Wrap a handful up in cute little bags or mini mason jars to share the love.

Common Questions

How long do truffles keep?

These vegan truffles will keep in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. You can also store them in a tightly sealed freezer safe container in the freezer for up to three months.

Are truffles vegan?

Not usually, as they contain cream and butter, not to mention a lot of chocolate contains dairy. This recipe however is completely vegan!

What chocolates are vegan?

There are many great vegan chocolate options out there. It’s generally pretty easy to find a really good dark chocolate that’s vegan, even if it isn’t labeled as such. Usually higher end dark chocolates don’t contain any dairy, so just make sure to check out the ingredient list.

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Half bitten chocolate truffle on a pile of other ones

Easy Vegan Chocolate Truffles

Sophia DeSantis
These vegan truffles are easy to make using five simple ingredients. Serve them plain or roll them in toppings, they are amazing either way!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Set in fridge 10 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 15
Calories 12 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

Truffles:

  • 1 1/2 cups dairy free chocolate chips , melts into about 1 1/4 cups
  • 1/4 cup light coconut milk , room temperature (see note)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8-1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Optional add ins:

  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries , chopped
  • 1/2 cup cacao nibs
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts

Optional toppings to roll them in:

  • cocoa powder
  • chopped nuts
  • coconut sugar and cinnamon mix , I mixed 1:1
  • dried fruit
  • crushed pretzels
  • sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Melt 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 30 seconds in my microwave, I did it in 15 second increments stirring in between.
  • Place melted chocolate with all other ingredients, except add ins, into a food processor. Blend until smooth.
  • Once smooth, put in any add ins and pulse until thoroughly mixed and slightly chopped. 
  • Scoop out spoonfuls to make 1 inch balls and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Put in the freezer for about 10 minutes
  • Take out of the freezer and using your hands, roll into smooth balls. 
  • Coat in topping of choice, if using, a variety is fun for the holidays. 
  • Enjoy!

Notes

  • You need to have all your ingredients at room temperature or the chocolate will harden, ruining the texture of the truffles.
  • These get a little messy because of how creamy they are. You can coat your hands in cocoa powder, which acts like a flour as a barrier and sucks up moisture when you roll. 
  • I use a melon baller or teaspoon measuring spoon to scoop out the fudgy mixture. Size of the ball is about that big.
  • Feel free to use any add ins or toppings you prefer.
  • Serving size is one truffle. This makes about 15.
  • Nutrition facts are for plain truffles.

Recipe by Veggies Don’t Bite, visit our site for more great plant-based recipes.

Nutrition

Calories: 12kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 20mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.

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Comments

  3. Donna says

    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 🙂

    Reply

    • veggiesdontbite says

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

      Reply

    • veggiesdontbite says

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

      Reply

  8. Mandy says

    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!

    Reply

    • veggiesdontbite says

      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!

      Reply

    • veggiesdontbite says

      I agree. You shouldn’t be trusted. Nothing comes good with trusting someone NOT to eat chocolate 😉

      Reply

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