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Mexican Chocolate Truffles

These Mexican Chocolate Truffles are the perfect sweet treat after dinner.
Prep Time40 minutes
Chill time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 25 servings
Calories: 73kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz dark chocolate
  • ½ cup coconut cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground allspice
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Pinch cayenne
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder

Instructions

  • Finely chop the chocolate as it’s easier to melt when the pieces are small.
  • Transfer the chocolate to a heat-proof bowl.
  • In a saucepan over low heat, melt coconut cream. You don’t want to allow it to come to a full boil, as it can split when mixed with the chocolate. See the notes below if this happens.
  • Just as it’s about to simmer, remove the pan from the heat. Pour the coconut cream over the chocolate.
  • Stir the chocolate mixture gently until the chocolate melts and is smooth. If the chocolate doesn’t completely melt, place the mixture in the heat-proof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring until it melts.
  • You can also heat the chocolate in the microwave, stirring after 10 second bursts. Again, don’t overheat the mixture or it will split.
  • Add the vanilla extract along with cinnamon, allspice, cayenne, and salt. Take a minute to taste the flavor of the chocolate at this point so you can adjust the spice.
  • Keep in mind that the flavor will get a little bit deeper as it sets.
  • Cover the bowl loosely, as you don’t want any condensation to get into the chocolate. Chill for at least 2 hours until firm.
  • Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper or wax paper and set it aside.
  • Add the cocoa powder to a shallow bowl and set it aside.
  • Using a medium-sized cookie scoop or melon-baller, scoop the chocolate into round portions, about 2 teaspoons each.
  • Gently roll the truffles between your palms to smooth them out, making about 25 round balls.
  • Take each ball of chocolate and roll it in cocoa powder, placing it on the baking sheet to re-harden.
  • The truffles can be served once they are firm.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg