Chocolate Coffee Truffles Recipe (Paleo, Vegan) Recipe
These Paleo and Vegan Chocolate Coffee Truffles are a decadent, creamy treat infused with rich coffee flavor. Made with coffee-flavored chocolate, coconut cream, and vegan butter, they offer a smooth filling coated in silky dark chocolate, perfect for a sophisticated dessert or a delightful snack. With easy stovetop melting and chilling steps, these truffles are a great no-bake indulgence with a delightful coffee kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 2.8 oz coffee-flavored chocolate
- 1/2 cup coconut cream (just the cream from a can of full fat coconut milk)
- 2 Tbsp vegan butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp instant coffee
- pinch of salt
Coating Ingredients
- 2.8 oz coffee-flavored chocolate
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- flaked sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Filling: Combine all of the filling ingredients in a small saucepan. Place the saucepan on the stovetop over low heat and melt the ingredients together, stirring frequently until smooth and fully combined.
- Chill the Filling: Once melted, remove the saucepan from heat. Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator and chill it for at least 45 minutes, or until firm enough to scoop. If it isn’t firm enough, chill longer as needed.
- Scoop and Freeze: After the filling has chilled, use a small cookie scoop to form balls and place them on a lined baking sheet. Freeze the scooped filling for at least 20 minutes to harden.
- Prepare the Chocolate Coating: Melt the coffee-flavored dark chocolate and coconut oil together in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring gently until completely smooth and melted.
- Dip the Truffles: Remove the chilled filling balls from the freezer. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each ball into the melted chocolate until fully coated.
- Decorate and Set: Place the coated truffles back onto the lined baking sheet. Drizzle with any remaining melted chocolate if desired, and sprinkle with a pinch of flaked sea salt to enhance flavor.
- Storage: Store the finished truffles in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for up to two months to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use coffee-flavored chocolate for a deeper coffee taste; if unavailable, regular dark chocolate and extra instant coffee powder can be used.
- Coconut cream is the thick cream that rises to the top of a can of full-fat coconut milk—refrigerate the can beforehand to separate.
- Keep the truffles chilled to maintain their firm texture, especially in warmer climates.
- Optional sea salt topping balances the sweetness and brings out the coffee flavor.
- The recipe is naturally Paleo and Vegan, using no dairy or refined sugars.
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