Craving a guilt-free dessert that's both decadent and nutritious? Get ready to fall in love with these Healthy Pecan Pie Truffles – the ultimate sweet treat that will make your taste buds dance and your body thank you! Imagine all the rich, indulgent flavors of a classic pecan pie, transformed into bite-sized, chocolate-covered morsels of pure bliss. These truffles are not just a dessert; they're a revolutionary way to enjoy a classic favorite without compromising on health or taste.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 truffles
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Place pecans in a food processor and pulse until they are finely ground but not turned into butter.
- Add pitted dates to the food processor and blend until the mixture becomes sticky and well combined with the ground pecans.
- Pour in maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Process again until all ingredients are thoroughly integrated and form a cohesive mixture.
- Remove the mixture from the food processor and transfer to a mixing bowl. Place in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Using clean hands, roll the mixture into small, uniform balls approximately 1-inch in diameter. Place the formed truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt dark chocolate using a double boiler or in short microwave intervals, stirring frequently to ensure smooth consistency.
- Using a fork or dipping tool, carefully coat each truffle in melted dark chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Return chocolate-coated truffles to the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes until chocolate sets completely.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional finely chopped pecans or sea salt on top of truffles before final chilling for extra texture and presentation.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Allow to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving for best texture.
Tips
- Use a high-quality food processor to ensure a smooth, consistent texture when grinding pecans and mixing ingredients.
- Make sure dates are soft and pitted completely to prevent any hard pieces in your truffles.
- Chill the mixture before rolling to make it easier to form uniform balls.
- When melting chocolate, use low heat and stir frequently to prevent burning.
- For a more professional look, use a dipping tool or fork when coating truffles in chocolate.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a little extra maple syrup; if too wet, add more ground pecans.
- For variations, try rolling some truffles in cocoa powder or crushed nuts instead of chocolate coating.
- Allow truffles to come to room temperature for 5 minutes before serving to enhance their flavor and texture.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and texture.
- These truffles are perfect for meal prep and can be made ahead of time for quick, healthy snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
