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Easy Cocoa Date Truffles

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Rich, fudgy no-bake cocoa date truffles made with naturally sweetened dates and coated in smooth dark chocolate. A simple, healthier treat with a decadent texture and customizable flavor.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 truffles
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Global
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 12 Medjool dates, pitted (about 240 g)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25 g)
  • 2 tablespoons hot date-soaking water (plus 1–3 teaspoons as needed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon fine salt (optional)
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped (113 g)
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the pitted dates in a heat-safe bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak for 5 minutes, then drain, reserving the soaking water.
  2. Add softened dates, cocoa powder, and 2 tablespoons of reserved soaking water to a food processor. Add vanilla and salt if using. Blend for 4–5 minutes until very smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Add more soaking water 1 teaspoon at a time if too thick.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop mixture into 12 tablespoon-sized mounds. Freeze for 10 minutes until firm enough to roll.
  4. Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl for 60 seconds. Stir, and microwave in 15-second bursts if needed until smooth.
  5. Roll each chilled mound into a ball. Dip into melted chocolate using a fork, tap off excess, and place back on parchment.
  6. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired. Freeze for 5 minutes to set the coating. Serve or store.

Notes

  • Add extracts like orange, peppermint, or coffee for flavor variations.
  • Skip chocolate coating and roll truffles in cocoa powder, nuts, or coconut.
  • Dampen hands slightly to make rolling easier if the mixture is sticky.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for best results and a less sweet finish.
  • Truffles store well in the fridge or freezer for make-ahead convenience.

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