Ghost Truffles
These spooky, healthy Ghost Truffles are the perfect Paleo-friendly treat for Halloween! Made with coconut butter and pecans, they are as delicious as they are adorable.
Equipment
- Double Boiler
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup raw pecans finely chopped
- 3 tbsp cacao paste or 100% dark unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup coconut butter melted
- 2 tbsp raw honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp dairy-free mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Gently melt the cacao paste in a small bowl over simmering water (double boiler style).
- Stir in the chopped pecans, 4 tablespoons of melted coconut butter (save the rest for dipping), honey, vanilla, and salt until everything is well mixed.
- Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use your hands to gently roll each portion into a 1-inch ball (the dough may be a little crumbly, so handle it lightly).
- Press a lollipop stick into the center of each truffle, then pop the tray into the freezer for 20 minutes to firm up.
- One at a time, dip the chilled truffles into the remaining melted coconut butter, then roll them in the shredded coconut. Return them to the parchment sheet.
- Press three chocolate chips into each truffle to make a cute little ghost face.
- Keep refrigerated — the coconut butter melts at room temperature above 72°F.
Notes
Nutrition per serving:
Calories: 147 kcal
Total Carbs: 8g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fats: 12g
Protein: 1g
Calories: 147 kcal
Total Carbs: 8g
Net Carbs: 5g
Fats: 12g
Protein: 1g
