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    Home » Recipes » International Recipes

    Last Updated: November 27, 2020 | First Published on: November 27, 2020 by Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

    Healthy Chestnut Chocolate Truffles

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    Vegan Chestnut Chocolate Truffles – Super simple, delicious, decadent and easy homemade Christmas truffles made with chestnuts, cocoa powder, vanilla and dark chocolate. These are SO good with a cup of coffee or tea!

    What are chestnuts?

    Chestnuts are hard-skinned nuts that are very popular in Europe, USA , Asia and middle eastren counties. Chestnuts are also called Marroni, Marrons, Kestane, Castañas, Kastanien, Châtaignes and Castagne in Switzerland, Spain, Germany, Turkey, Italy and other European countries. Roasted marroni or chestnuts are a very popular European street food in the winters. We buy the warm roasted chestnuts from the street vendors here in Europe. The raw chestnuts can be roasted or cooked to use in many dishes such as hummus, cakes, cookies and soups. Read more about them here

    What are chestnut chocolate truffles?

    Chestnut chocolate truffles are healthy, easy and delicious sweet bites made with cooked chestnuts, chocolate, cocoa powder and dates. Chocolate truffles are traditionally made with chocolate and cream but here I made them with the healthier ingredients.

    It is a super simple and quick recipe if you have cooked chestnuts in hands.

     I have used cooked chestnuts in this recipe but you can also use freshly roasted chestnuts or packaged chestnuts.

    Are these vegan?

    Yes! these truffles are vegan-friendly!

    How many days can you keep it?

    If you store it properly in the refrigerator, it stays well for 3-4 days. If you want to store them for a longer period, freeze them!

    Serving suggestions:

    These healthy truffles are perfect to make during Christmas and holiday season. They can be a great edible gift.

    You can also serve them as a sweet snack with a cup of coffee or tea.

    Topping ideas:

    Roll the truffles in your favorite toppings to make them more attractive and delicious. I have rolled them in cocoa powder and desiccated coconut. Here are a few more topping ideas.

    Cinnamon Sugar

    Sprinkles

    Crushed Nuts

    Melted Chocolate

    Step by step instructions:

    If you are using frozen chestnuts, thaw them first.

    Add the measured chestnuts to a blender jar or food processor.

    Add soft dates, dark chocolate or chocolate chips, vanilla, cocoa powder and salt.

    Grind everything together until it is soft and smooth.

    Transfer it to a bowl.

    Divide the mixture into small round balls.

    Roll each ball in cocoa powder or desiccated coconut.

    If you are looking for more Christmas recipes then check the below recipes

    Few more Christmas recipes:

    • Fruitcake Cookies
    • Italian Sesame Cookies
    • Snowball Cookies
    • Chocolate Chestnut Spread
    • Nutella Sandwich Cookies
    • Chocolate Raspberry Jam
    • Cherry Almond Cake
    • Cherry Turnovers

    Vegan chocolate chestnut truffles recipe video:

    Healthy Chestnut Chocolate Truffles

    Hari Chandana Ponnaluri
    Healthy and vegan Christmas truffles made with chestnuts and dark chocolate
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine European, French, International
    Servings 12
    Calories 123 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup Cooked Chestnuts
    • 15 Dates
    • 3 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
    • 2 tbsp Dark Chocolate / Chocolate Chips
    • ¼ tsp Cinnamon Powder
    • A Pinch of Salt
    • ¼ tsp Vanilla Essence
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    Instructions
     

    • Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor.
    • Blend everything until soft.
    • Make small round balls out of it and roll them in cocoa powder.

    Video

    Notes

    Add more dates to adjust the sweetness. 
    You can also use any of your favorite sweeteners.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 4mgPotassium: 303mgFiber: 3gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition values are estimates only.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @iamharichandana or tag #blendwithspices!

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    Comments

    1. Cat O says

      December 02, 2022 at 1:22 am

      5 stars
      I really like this recipe! They taste like brownie bites. I rolled half in cocoa powder and the other half in crushed pistachios.

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      • Hari Chandana Ponnaluri says

        December 07, 2022 at 12:33 pm

        Thank you so much! So glad they turned out well! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Pilgrim Walker says

      September 12, 2023 at 2:18 am

      5 stars
      Our chestnut tree produced a bumper crop; this recipe gave us a wonderful, simple and elegant alternative to enjoy their delicious and nutritious flavor in! Thank you Ms. Hari!

      Reply
      • Hari Chandana Ponnaluri says

        September 12, 2023 at 12:35 pm

        Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! 🙂

        Reply
    3. jan says

      January 21, 2024 at 11:20 am

      what type of dates do you recommend for this recipe please? Would medjool variety be okay to use?

      Reply
      • Hari Chandana Ponnaluri says

        January 26, 2024 at 6:41 pm

        Yes, you can use them!

        Reply

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