We teamed up with Amanda from earth made kitchen to create dinner and dessert in 30-minutes. She shared an easy plant-based truffle recipe that we’re sharing here.
Why its good for you:
Cocoa: The cacao tree is native to the Amazon Basin. Modern research has revealed that it does indeed contain important compounds that can benefit your health. They are rich in polyphonels, a naturally occurring antioxidant. According to this study, they are known to reduce inflammation, better blood flow and lower blood pressure.
Dates: Dates are rich in antioxidants and can also help boost memory. They contain choline, a B vitamin that’s a component in acetylcholine, the memory neurotransmitter. Higher choline intake is associated with better memory and learning.
Walnuts: Walnuts are a good source of manganese, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin b6, and iron. Additionally, results of a study published in 2009 suggested that a diet that is high in walnuts improved lipid and cholesterol profiles. This can help lower the risk of coronary heart disease.
Plant-Based Truffles
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servings5
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minutesIngredients
1 cup dates, soaked and pits removed
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tbsps maple syrup
2 tbsps almond butter
1/4-1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
chopped walnuts (for coating)
cocoa powder (for coating)
Directions
- Soak the dates for about ½ an hour. Remove the pits.
- In a food processor, blend the walnuts until they look “finely chopped”. Add in the dates, cocoa powder, maple syrup and almond butter. Blend until incorporated. You can adjust the consistency by adding more maple syrup, almond butter, or cocoa powder.
- Roll into balls and roll over the coating(s) of your choice.
- Eat them right away or chill in the fridge for some time before eating.
We hope you enjoyed this recipe. Let us know your feedback in the comments below and feel free to share your creations on social media and tag us with @eatrefolo or #eatrefolo. Happy eating 🙂
