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    Healthy strawberry truffles (vegan, GF)

    January 22, 2016 by Caroline's Cooking

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    These strawberry truffles are easy to make and pretty good for you too. They are also vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar free so even more people can enjoy them.

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    healthy strawberry truffles (vegan, GF)

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    I have never been much of a Valentine's day person, I have to admit - true I have enjoyed the odd nice romantic breakfast or dinner in the past and it's been lovely but I still find the whole idea a bit odd. Why can't you just be who you are and show your appreciation of others year-round rather than need a day to prompt you? Doesn't it as much depress those who don't get a card (and send some who do into a whirr of 'who sent it?') as much as please those who do?

    This year, though, I have turned round my cynicism a little to see it as a little spark of brightness in an otherwise barren wintertime. After all, for many December was all about indulging in heavy foods and January is detoxing and generally starving yourself of much that's interesting (not a route I go down but I know others do). The weather in many places is pretty dreary and dark so by mid-February, we could all do with something to make life a bit brighter and sweeter. Having the foods of love and all things red or pink as the creative spark somehow doesn't seem such a bad thing, with that in mind.

    I have more on Valentine's inspiration coming soon (and it's pretty exciting, so do come back to see!) but in the meantime I couldn't help but share these delicious and healthy strawberry truffles with you. They are little bites of tastiness on a dreary day, great as a Valentine's day gift and perfect to get the kids involved in making.

    healthy strawberry truffles (vegan, GF)

    Strawberries, like raspberries which I used last year in breakfast and cookies, are to me a perfect fruit to build into your Valentine's day treats with their natural red/pink color and delicious taste. There's also something about their fragrance that just goes so well with Valentine's day (I'm beginning to sound like I'm getting into the idea).

    Anyway, nothing screams Valentine's day like chocolate, so combining the two seemed a natural fit. I still always like to keep things relatively healthy - it gives a great excuse to have a bit more for a start! - and these strawberry truffles are definitely one I'm really pleased with how they worked out being delicious, easy and pretty healthy too. They're also vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and refined sugar free (if you use the topping suggested rather than chocolate) so work for lots of different diets too.

    making healthy strawberry truffles (vegan, GF)

    As I mentioned above, these strawberry truffles are really easy to make. All you do is puree the strawberries then add in the coconut flour, maple syrup, peanut or other nut butter and vanilla. Mix it all up so it is well combined then roll the mixture into little balls.

    These are best chilled before you coat them in either melted semi-sweet chocolate or the cocoa powder, coconut oil and maple syrup mixture described below. I also use this for my healthier Easter nests, which are worth a try, too. I never thought I'd say this, but I actually think I might prefer the coconut oil mixture as the maple syrup flavor is delicious. They are also easier to coat in this, I think, but do whichever you prefer/as suits.

    healthy strawberry truffles (vegan, GF)

    The strawberry truffles have a slight hint of coconut to them but in a way that works well with the smooth texture and fruitiness as well. I think they probably taste better the day after you make them as the coconut flour takes on the moisture more and mellows rather than maybe being a little grainier right after you make them. But either way, they're tasty and the contrast of the crunchy chocolate outside and soft centre is just right as well.

    These healthy strawberry truffles are so easy and tasty it would be a shame to only make them for Valentine's day, but being so good for you, why not make them more often?

    healthy strawberry truffles (vegan, GF)

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    healthy strawberry truffles (vegan, GF)
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    5 from 2 votes

    Healthy strawberry truffles

    Easy to make, healthy and with a lovely delicate strawberry flavor.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 12 small
    Calories: 102kcal
    Author: Caroline's Cooking
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    Ingredients

    • ½ cup strawberries 75g
    • ¼ cup coconut flour 22g
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup
    • 1 tbsp peanut butter smooth, or other nut butter
    • ¼ tsp vanilla

    For the coating

    • 3 oz dark chocolate 85g, approx, or more to make it a little easier to coat them, or
    • 3 tbsp coconut oil
    • 1 ½ tbsp cocoa powder 100% cacao
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup

    Instructions

    • Hull and roughly chop the strawberries then puree in a small blender.
    • Add the coconut flour, maple syrup, peanut or other nut butter and vanilla and mix until well combined.
    • Take small spoonfuls of the mixture and roll into balls. Chill for around 30min, as far as possible (they'll just be a little easier to work with).
    • Melt the chocolate OR melt the coconut oil (I tend to do this in the microwave) and add the cocoa powder and maple syrup and stir until smooth. Dip the balls of filling into the chocolate or coconut oil/cocoa mixture one at a time and remove with a fork so they drip a little. Place on a cookie sheet or parchment paper to dry. If using the coconut oil/cocoa mixture you my need to dip them a second time to get a good enough layer once the first layer has dried. You can carefully trim any excess coating/chocolate off with a sharp knife once they have dried to smooth the surface.
    • Store in the fridge until you need them - they are probably better after a day and will keep at least 3 days or more.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. IkeepHealthy

      October 23, 2016 at 12:30 am

      5 stars
      My daughter loves Chocolate and strawberry. Your recipe is best for her. I will try to learn here.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        October 23, 2016 at 11:30 am

        Thanks, hope you both enjoy.

        Reply
    2. Frugal Hausfrau

      January 27, 2016 at 1:46 pm

      What a fun recipe! Your photos really set these cute little truffles off! Thanks for bringing this by Throwback Thursday! We hope to see you next week, and be sure to follow our Pinterest!

      Mollie

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 29, 2016 at 8:01 am

        Thank you, I have still to pop by this week but will be sure to!

        Reply
    3. Sandhya

      January 27, 2016 at 12:56 pm

      These truffles are spectacular!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 29, 2016 at 7:58 am

        Thanks Sandhya, and it's an added bonus they are pretty healthy too!

        Reply
    4. The Hungry Mum

      January 24, 2016 at 7:31 pm

      such a pretty and cute treat - everyone loves strawbs 🙂

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 29, 2016 at 7:42 am

        Thanks - so true!

        Reply
    5. MB @ Bourbon and Brown Sugar

      January 24, 2016 at 6:28 am

      Your truffles are so cute! So nice to have discovered your blog 🙂

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:13 pm

        Thank you! I hope you'll have a look around, I have lots of tasty things to share 🙂

        Reply
    6. apsara

      January 23, 2016 at 9:13 pm

      Such a lovely truffle recipe! Just perfect now that fresh strawberries have started to appear in the grocery stores.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:13 pm

        Thanks Apsara, I hope you'll give them a try!

        Reply
    7. Sonal

      January 23, 2016 at 7:41 pm

      Beautiful truffles Caroline!
      Thanks for sharing these at FF 103!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:11 pm

        Thanks Sonal. Happy FF to you too!

        Reply
    8. Justine

      January 23, 2016 at 12:25 pm

      I feel the same way about Valetine's Day, but I do agree that eating bright pink foods during such a cold season is a great way to brighten the mood. These are adorable!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:10 pm

        Thanks Justine. I'm not normally a fan of pink but in food I can make an exception!

        Reply
    9. Jhuls

      January 23, 2016 at 4:58 am

      Cheers for the healthy truffles! 😀 These look and sound absolutely delicious. Happy FF, Caroline. x

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:08 pm

        Thanks Jhuls, I will certainly have to make some more, they went a bit too fast 🙂 Happy FF to you too!

        Reply
    10. Analida's Ethnic Spoon

      January 22, 2016 at 9:35 pm

      5 stars
      I love the flavors in these! Great recipe Caroline!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:06 pm

        Thanks Analida, I have been experimenting more with coconut flour recently and it's great for things like these!

        Reply
    11. Michelle@The Complete Savorist

      January 22, 2016 at 8:26 pm

      I'd love a dozen please!!!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:05 pm

        Come by, I'll make some more!

        Reply
    12. Julie is Hostess At Heart

      January 22, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      Chocolate and strawberry is always a favorite, and this treat sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:04 pm

        Indeed, I agree Julie 🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    13. Denise Wright

      January 22, 2016 at 2:11 pm

      Wow, these look fantastic! I love that they are healthy and I have all those ingredients so I can make them this weekend. Delicious recipe Caroline.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:04 pm

        Thanks Denise, I hope you managed to try them and liked them!

        Reply
    14. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom

      January 22, 2016 at 9:32 am

      Caroline, I can't wait to try this!! Seriously drooling!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        January 24, 2016 at 4:01 pm

        Thanks Kristen, I hope you like them!

        Reply

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