Viral Chickpea Truffles (Only 3 Ingredients!) Recipe
These Viral Chickpea Truffles are a delicious and simple 3-ingredient vegan treat that combines creamy chickpeas, rich nut butter, and decadent vegan dark chocolate. Perfect for a guilt-free dessert or snack, they are easy to prepare, require minimal ingredients, and can be customized with your favorite toppings for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 18 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 13.5 oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup nut or seed butter (such as almond or cashew butter)
- 1 cup vegan dark chocolate chips, melted
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Toppings (Optional)
- Cacao nibs
- Goji berries
- Sprinkles
- Shredded coconut
- Nuts/seeds
- Freeze dried fruits
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Drain and rinse one 13.5 oz can of chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess liquid. Melt 1 cup of vegan dark chocolate chips either in the microwave in short bursts or on the stovetop using a double boiler until smooth.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the drained chickpeas, 1/2 cup of your chosen nut or seed butter, and the melted dark chocolate chips into a food processor or blender. Blend for about 45-60 seconds until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Form and Freeze Truffles: Using a cookie scoop, portion out the mixture onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Place the sheet in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to allow the balls to harden slightly. Remove and shape each scoop into a smooth ball, then return them to the freezer for another 10 minutes to firm up.
- Dip in Chocolate: Melt an additional 1 cup of vegan dark chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil for dipping. Remove the truffles from the freezer and coat them thoroughly in the melted chocolate. Place the coated truffles back onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add Toppings and Final Freeze: Optionally sprinkle your desired toppings such as cacao nibs, goji berries, sprinkles, shredded coconut, nuts, seeds, or freeze dried fruits over the chocolate-covered truffles. Return the baking sheet to the freezer and allow the truffles to harden completely.
- Store and Serve: Once fully set, remove the truffles from the freezer and store them in the refrigerator. These truffles are best enjoyed within 7-10 days when refrigerated or can be kept frozen for 30-60 days.
Notes
- Ensure chickpeas are well drained to avoid excess moisture affecting the texture.
- Use high-quality vegan dark chocolate for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- Feel free to experiment with different nut or seed butters such as peanut butter or sunflower seed butter.
- Customize the truffles by adding your favorite toppings for added crunch and flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer to maintain freshness.
- If you don’t have a food processor, a high-speed blender can work as well but monitor blending time carefully.
