Craving a sweet, chocolatey treat that's not loaded with refined sugar?
Give our Carob Truffles a try!
These truffles are rich, fudgy, and taste so indulgent that you'd never guess they're gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, paleo, and low-carb friendly.
Plus, the addition of the Healthy Bones Co. Collagen Peptides contributes a nice boost of bone-supporting protein to these bite-sized sweets.
Enjoy these treats this week!
Carob Truffles | Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free | BoneCoach™ Recipes
SERVES: 20
TOTAL TIME: 2 hours and 15 minutes (plus, chilling time)
Ingredients
1 can (400ml) coconut milk
3 tbsp (45ml) maple syrup
1/4 cup (60ml) toasted carob powder
1/2 cup (125ml) unsweetened shredded coconut
2 scoops (20g) Healthy Bones Co. Collagen Peptides (optional)
Directions
1) Combine the coconut milk, and maple syrup together in a small pot. Place over low heat, uncovered and let it lightly simmer for 2 hours until nice and thick. The consistency should resemble that of mayonnaise.
2) Remove the pot from the stove. Transfer the coconut milk mixture into a bowl, and whisk in 1 tbsp of carob powder, shredded coconut and collagen if using. Place the mixture into the fridge overnight to harden.
3) Place the remaining carob powder into a small dish. Using a small ice cream scooper or melon baller, drop a spoonful of the truffle mixture into the dish with carob powder. Lightly dust and roll into a beautiful truffle. Place onto a serving platter and repeat with remaining mixture. Store in the fridge until ready to serve. The truffles will keep fresh in an air-tight container for up to one week or can be stored in the freezer for up to a month.
Recipe created by BoneCoach™ Team Dietitian Amanda Natividad-Li, RD & Chef.