Avocado Truffles

Did you know avocado is a fruit? To be honest, I do not like avocado that much by itself (tastes quite oily and fatty>.<), but using the creamy texture of avocados instead of using the cream or butter or oil is fantastic. While avocados still contain calories and fat, they’re also packed with powerful nutrients. Avocados contain high amounts of monounsaturated fat which is easily burned for energy. They are also high in fiber (10g per on average avocado), potassium (twice the amount of a typical banana), Vitamins E and B and folic acid. They have been shown to reduce cholesterol and help manage weight.

Normally truffles contain the heavy cream, which is not good for your blood vessels and waistline. These rich little truffles substitute an avocado for the cream, making for a tasty treat with reduced guilt. It is creamy and decadent. The best part is you can’t even tell the difference. I made two versions, one with carob powder and coconut and the other with nuts and seeds. If you like creamy chocolatey flavour, go for the first one. Second recipe is crunchy, nutty and avocado-y. You can smash this one on your toast with a squeeze of lemon for your breakfast, too. Beautiful and healthy snack and dessert. Enjoy x

Carob Avocado Truffle

1/2 avocado
2 tbsp of carob powder + extra for rolling (you can also use cacao powder. I find carob powder is sweeter than cacao. So use more coconut sugar if using cacao powder.)
2 tbsp of coconut flour
1 tsp of coconut sugar
1 tsp of coconut butter
1/2 tsp of vanilla bean powder
1/2 tsp of cinnamon
a pinch of Himalayan salt

Add all ingredients in food processor and blend until smooth. Make the truffle balls. If the mixture is too wet to work with, add a little bit more coconut flour. Roll the truffles on carob powder. Store in air-tight container in the fridge.

Chia-Sesame Avocado Truffles

1/2 avocado
5 Medjool dates
1 tbsp of chia seeds + extra for rolling
1 tbsp of sesame seeds +extra for rolling
1 tbsp of pepitas
1 tsp of flaxseed meal
1 tsp of coconut sugar
1 tsp of coconut butter
a pinch of Himalayan salt

Blend all ingredients in food processor. Make the truffle balls and roll on chia seeds and sesame seeds.