CHOCOLATE ORANGE TRUFFLES

CHOCOLATE ORANGE TRUFFLES
  • Author: maytimedesign

Indulge in the rich and wholesome flavors of these decadent chocolate orange walnut truffles. The natural sweetness of medjool dates pairs perfectly with the nuttiness of walnuts, while the zesty orange adds a refreshing twist. Each bite-size treat is coated in a velvety layer of dark chocolate, making them an irresistible dessert or snack option. With every bite, you'll experience a burst of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of walnuts
  • 2 cups of dried medjool dates
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons of good quality cocoa powder
  • The grated zest and rind of 1 large orange
  • 100g melted dark chocolate (70% or more)

Instructions

  • Before you begin place some parchment paper onto a baking try.
  • Put the walnuts and dates in a blender or food processor and blitz until the walnuts and dates are well combined, sticky and almost smooth in texture. Transfer the mixture into a bowl and add the cocoa powder and orange zest and rind.
  • Transfer the mixture into a bowl and add the cocoa powder and orange zest and rind.
  • Roll the mixture into balls (around the size of a walnut) and dip into the melted chocolate then place onto the parchment paper.
  • Leave these to cool in the fridge until the chocolate has set.

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Yield

Makes 14 truffles