Aug
18
Fudgy Sweet Potato Truffles
Just…make these.
Fudgy Sweet Potato Truffles
1/2 c mashed sweet potatoes*
1/2 of a medium avocado (about 1/3 c if diced)
2 T cocoa powder
1 T coconut oil, melted & cooled slightly
stevia, to taste, optional – 10 drops for bittersweet 15-20 for a little sweeter
Combine all ingredients in a small food processor or blender**. Whiz on high for 2 minutes, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides, blending until completely smooth with no lumps. Scoop out one tablespoon at a time, rolling into a ball. Makes 8 -12 truffles, depending on size. Chill for at least 2 hours in the fridge for best flavor. If desired, top with dusted cocoa powder or coconut cream.
*Roast sweet potatoes in the oven or cook in the crock pot until easily pierced with a fork. Scoop out inside flesh and mash down into 1/2 c measure.
** If you don’t have a food processor, you can mash & combine by hand, but the truffles won’t be quite as smooth. Still, that’s never stopped me.
When life gives you hands, make hand-made.
Though at this point I think a food processor is worth the investment. Even if I do make a hot mess every.single.time. I use it!
Joinin’ the party over at Diet, Dessert & Dogs Wellness Weekend Aug 23 – 26
Tearing it up at GFE’s August 2012 Gluten-Free Support Group with Matt & Stacy of Paleo Parents!
Also part of Allergy-Free Wednesdays, Week 32!
- ½ c mashed sweet potatoes*
- ½ of a medium avocado (about ⅓ c if diced)
- 2 T cocoa powder
- 1 T coconut oil, melted & cooled slightly
- stevia, to taste, optional – 10 drops for bittersweet 15-20 for a little sweeter
- Combine all ingredients in a small food processor or blender**. Whiz on high for 2 minutes, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides, blending until completely smooth with no lumps. Scoop out one tablespoon at a time, rolling into a ball. Makes 8 -12 truffles, depending on size. Chill for at least 2 hours in the fridge for best flavor. If desired, top with dusted cocoa powder or coconut cream.
looks healthy and full of lots of yummy things – am sure they would go quickly in my house!
Ummm, they go quickly in my house – and I’m only one person! Thanks for visiting and commenting.
WOW – these look pretty cool! The Healthy Goddess has been experimenting with raw cookies and others in this similar style so I am passing this along!
Found you via Amee’s Fit and Fabulous Fridays!
Thanks! These are perfect as a cooling summer treat. Happy to have you – please come again
Wow, I am loving these bites!! Thank you for sharing at Fit and Fabulous Fridays…yummo!
Always happy to share the sweet potato love!
Wow! This title intrigued me and the recipe does not disappoint! I’m pinning this and hope to try it soon. Thanks for the great idea!
Thank you for visiting and thanks for sharing on Pinterest! Hope you enjoy
Tried these today… Amazing! What a great idea! Next time I’m going to add some mint extract. Thanks for the recipe!
Ooo mint would be great. Glad you liked them!
Drooling over this recipe! Cocoa and sweet poato-yum! Thanks for sharing this incredible treat on Allergy-Free Wednesdays. As a reminder, in order to be featured, please provide a link back on this page to one of the AFW Hostesses. Have a lovely week!
Hey! I made these just tonight a little bit differently and they came out a bit more viscous than I’d like! I used about a tablespoon of honey instead of the stevia, as I don’t have, nor have every used stevia! Any recommendation on how I should tweek it a bit to come out more solid but just as tastey?
Tim S.
Hmm, let’s see. I haven’t made these with honey, but I can see how it would change the texture. Perhaps you could omit the coconut oil or add a bit more cocoa powder? Maybe even add a little more sweet potato? Let me know how it turns out! Happy experimenting!
If you do want to get into stevia, green leaf stevia is best, but I also like NuNaturals brand.
I’m going to save making another batch ( although they ARE quick to make! ) for another day, but what I found it came out GREAT for is as a spread! Just like Nutella but sooo much better for me!
AMAZING idea! Another thing I thought of is that I added the avocado for a creamier texture, but maybe you don’t need that if you use honey? Either way, I’m glad you found a way to adapt it so that it works for you!!! Sweet Potato nutella….I love it!
Now I remember looking at these before (I think), but didn’t comment. Gorgeous bites of heaven, no doubt. What is the measurement for the avocado? It only states 1/2? Oh, yeah, this recipe could easily become Sweet Potato Nutella per your other post. Healthy yummy Nutella!
Thanks,
Shirley
Thanks for the comment Shirley, and pointing out the discrepancy! I’ve updated the recipe and I’m going to try to make it into “nutella” this weekend!
Hi,
In the recipe is 2 T cocoa powder teaspoon or tablespoon.
Thanks.
Melissa
Tablespoons! I mark Tablespoons with a T, and teaspoons with a t. Sorry for any confusion
Mine turns out kind of like a thick pudding consistency…not thick enough to shape into balls. I use carob powder instead of coco and stevia powder instead of liquid, but I didn’t think that would make that much of a difference…Any ideas on getting it thicker?
Hmmm…I’ve never worked with carob before…if it was cocoa powder I would just add some more, by tablespoon. Maybe you could use a little cocoa butter to stiffen it up? Or put it in the freezer for a bit. Good luck experimenting!
These are awesome! I just made a batch, and mine too didn’t quite firm up enough, but not to worry, I stuck them in the freezer, and the result – divine!!!!
I absolutely love the rich, smooth taste, and I love the fact that this is so much better for me than regular truffels or ice cream.
Thanks for the brilliant recipe!
Great! I’m so happy you like them
Am I missing a “print” option for recipes? Don’t see one..
I am sorry Gayle, I don’t have a print option yet. But now that you have mentioned it, I will figure out how to get one! Thanks for commenting
Hello!
These do look quite tasty! I was wondering if you knew what the calories on these are. I love healthy alternatives but I still have to count the Cals. Thank you for the creative ways to eat right for those who have an addiction to chocolate
Hi Amanda. I’m glad you enjoy them. I don’t count calories because it stresses me out, so I usually stay away from it to preserve my psychological health. However, the calories should be listed on your cocoa powder package, and you can find more nutritional info on sweet potatoes here. That should get you started on figuring out what works for you. Squash provides a lot of nutrition with a lighter caloric load then most traditional desserts, so I wouldn’t worry too much! Good luck on that chocolate addiction
I tried making these today and the consistancy was too soft to roll into balls. I did freeze them but even then if they thaw out at all they will just be a mess. I followed the instructions exactly so not sure what went wrong. Maybe overcooked the sweet potatoes???
Hmmm, it may depend on the sweet potato. Sometimes they are more caramelized and soft if you cook them for a long time, so the texture is less starchy and more soft. I’d say cut out the coconut oil then. Sorry the consistency didn’t turn out for you! You could always add more cocoa powder to stiffen them up a bit next time. Thanks for commenting and letting me know! I’ll test out this recipe again and try to come up with some suggestions…