Calling all chocoholics, here’s a sweet treat you can really sink your teeth into. @niallkirland’s vegan and dairy-free chocolate protein truffles are deliciously healthy, packed full of protein and have only 9g of carbs.
There’s also an ingredient that you’d never guess to make them incredibly creamy bites of goodness… Avocados! An extra ripe avocado is a healthy and natural alternative to your usual fats for perfect protein truffles.
Make these gooey little truffles in a matter of minutes for the ultimate treat to impress guests or to enjoy all to yourself – we’re not judging, they’re delicious.
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Makes: 8 truffles
Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 150g vegan dark chocolate
- 2 scoops Vegan Blend in Smooth Chocolate
- 1 tbsp. Agave Syrup
- Cocoa powder for coating
Method
1. Slice your avocado in half and remove the stone and skin.
2. Mash the avocado very well until completely smooth with a fork or a spoon.
3. Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave until smooth, being careful not to burn.
4. Pour the melted chocolate into the bowl over the avocado, then add the Vegan Blend and Agave Syrup.
5. Mix the ingredients together until you have a smooth batter.
6. Roll the mixture into 8 small balls and then roll each ball in the cocoa powder to coat.
7. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
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Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | 179 |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 11g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 9g |
| Protein | 7g |
Evangeline has taken part in competitive sports since a young age. As a qualified RYA Dinghy Instructor, she understands the importance of proper nutrition for fuelling extreme and endurance sports, especially due to her experience in Team GBR Squads and captaining and coaching her University first team.
In her spare time, Evangeline loves running – especially marathons. On the weekends, you’ll find her taking on water sports or hiking up a hill. Her favourite evenings are spent taking on a HIIT session or squats in the gym before digging into some spicy food and a ton of vegetables – yum!
Find out more about Evie's experience here.
