These delicious date-based chocolate truffles are a healthier way to enjoy a treat! NO nuts needed!

Easy, Nut-Free Chocolate Truffles (Vegan)

These easy, decadent truffles are made up of just four ingredients, and they are fancy enough to serve to guests!

Raw treats are some of my favorite desserts to eat.

Unfortunately, most recipes require copious amounts of nuts, which I don't tolerate well in large amounts, and since my oldest daughter can't have them at all, I wanted to create a delicious, chocolat-y treat for us to both enjoy!

Serving suggestions

These have a slightly sticky texture, so they are great for rolling! Some ideas include:

Grated coconut
Cocoa or carob powder
Sprinkles (use a holiday-themed variety!)
Crushed pistachios (if you can have nuts)
Mini chocolate chips

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Nut-Free Chocolate Truffles

These delicious date-based chocolate truffles are a healthier way to enjoy a treat! NO nuts needed!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Servings: 8 truffles

Author: Lauren Goslin

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Ingredients

▢ 1 ½ cups soft dates about seven ounces
▢ 3 Tablespoons cocoa powder
▢ ¼ cup oats I use Country Choice Organic Oats
▢ pinch sea salt

Instructions

Process the oats until broken down into a flour consistency.
Pulse in the cocoa and salt.
Add in the dates and process until well combined (add in a splash of water if needed to bring everything together).
Roll the mixture into small balls.
Roll in toppings, if desired.
Chill until set or enjoy as is!

Notes

Nutrition facts do not include any coatings.

WW points (new system): 2

Nutrition

Calories: 84kcalCarbohydrates: 21.4gProtein: 1.3gFat: 0.5gFiber: 2.8gSugar: 15.8g

If you have a chance to try this recipe, please leave a star rating and a comment below letting me know how you liked it!

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Gabby @ the veggie nook

October 20, 2014 at 5:43 am

I love that these are lighter than most truffles! I bet they're super fudgey with all the dates too 🙂

Mike @TheIronYou

October 20, 2014 at 5:55 am

Big fan of your videos (as always) and those truffles look amazing!

Donna

October 20, 2014 at 8:24 am

Hi Lauren,

another alternative for Oat flour?

- Lauren
  
  October 20, 2014 at 8:55 am
  
  Hi Donna,
  
  You could try 1/4 cup or nuts or seeds, if you tolerate them. 🙂
  
Donna

October 20, 2014 at 9:22 am

Thank you Lauren. these days I am not sure what I am tolerating. sometimes nuts and sometimes not. I really don't do well with coconut flour either. was trying to think of another type of whole grain 'flour' or the like that is not flour. maybe 'buckwheat'? not sure if that would be any better tolerated in the flour state.

I actually just lightly toasted up some whole rolled oats. I will grind them down to a flour and see how we do over here. 🙂 thanks Lauren and honestly amen to you for 'speaking' your truth to those who love to just delve in without thinking..... funny people.
oxoxoxxo

Laura O |Petite Allergy Treats

October 21, 2014 at 11:26 am

You're too cute Lauren! Love these truffles and how easy you made these. Annd I pretty sure you could be hoisting you very own TV show soon! 😀

- Lauren
  
  October 21, 2014 at 12:54 pm
  
  Lol, I don't know about that, but thanks Laura! 🙂
  
Thalia @ butter and brioche

October 26, 2014 at 2:05 pm

I love making little sweet chocolate snacks to munch on when my afternoon sugar cravings hit. The best thing about these has to be how healthy they are - so you definitely can consider I will be recreating the recipe Lauren!

- Lauren
  
  October 26, 2014 at 3:47 pm
  
  Thanks so much Thalia, you always leave the nicest comments! 🙂