Let me help you wow your loved one with some Chocolate Raspberry Truffles.
We don't really do St Valentine's Day around here. My husband, although very sweet and romantic in his own way, does not like to be told what to do. So, inevitably, being told to do something romantic on a certain day of the year was not going to work for him. Instead, he likes to surprise me at some other random time (usually a week later).
And me....well lets just say I don't have a romantic bone in my body. Luckily for me, my husband likes food, a lot, so cooking him his favourite dish is all the romance he needs. Well I hope that's all he needs, as that's all I tend to do...
His favourite chocolate treat in Australia is this weird chocolate and raspberry liquorice thing which I haven't been able to find in the US. So, this year, in an attempt to step up and do something nice for Valentines Day, I thought I would make him a chocolate raspberry truffle. Normally, I don't like the combination of chocolate and fruit flavours, but this truffle turned out to be amazing. It actually exceeded my own expectations! Plus it's healthier than anything you will find in the store.
Now, these little chocolate raspberry truffles are pretty rich, so you probably wouldn't want to be eating a whole batch at once. So, just like a normal truffle, you have to savour them. I used avocado for the creaminess - if you haven't used avocado in baking yet, get on it! Don't screw up your nose - it tastes amazing and not avocadoey at all - I promise!
There's no refined sugar in here and the vibrant red coating is courtesy of freeze-dried raspberries, which adds a beautiful tartness, and means we are completely dye free - yay! They seriously take like 5 minutes to put together but taste like you put in a fair bit of effort. Whip them up for your love and neither of you will be disappointed. Plus, they will think you spent ages working on them, and that's romantic, right?
If you are looking for some more homemade treat inspiration then check out these creations:
Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
Ingredients
- 140 grams dark chocolate I used 73% cacao which was perfect
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/4 cup mixed berries (I used a mix of blueberries raspberries, pomegranate and cherries but one variety of berry works great as well)
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsps pure maple syrup (use erythritol or liquid stevia to taste if keto)
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup freeze dried raspberries
Instructions
- Use a double boiler or a saucepan over low heat to melt the chocolate slowly. Make sure to stir regularly and take off the heat just before the chocolate is completely melted so it doesn't burn
- Add the avocado, berries and vanilla to a food processor and process until smooth
- Drizzle in the melted chocolate, a pinch of salt and the maple syrup and process until smooth
- The mixture will be runny so place it into the freezer until workable - i.e. you can roll it into a ball without it losing its shape
- While the chocolate is in the freezer make your raspberry dust. Place the freeze-dried raspberries in a blender and blend until it resembles a bright red dust (tip: don't open the blender and sniff the dust straight away as it will go all over your face and up your nose - although it does smell delicious)
- Roll a heaped teaspoon of the chocolate mixutre into a ball and roll in the raspberry dust
- Place in a dish lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until ready to serve
Notes
Nutrition
Let me know if you try out my chocolate raspberry truffles, and what you thought! Leave a comment, like on Facebook or pin to pinterest for another special occasion.
Beth says
These look super, but I am wondering how they hold up at room temperature, like on a buffet table? I worry they may get too soft? Many truffle recipes include corn syrup, which I prefer not to use, but does allow the mixture to firm up with cooking. Interested in comments from Whole Food Bellies and anyone else who has made them. Thanks!
Donna says
Hi Beth, they would get soft if left out for too long. I have served them up at a party before and they did well at average temps for about 2 hours. I find serving them on a plate that has been in the freezer helps them hold up for a bit longer. Good luck!
Kristin says
Looks great, Donna! How long will they last (theoretically, I know 😉)? Thinking of timing if making them and giving them away as presents.... oh, and when are you coming home next?? We miss you!
Donna1 says
Ha theoretically not long, as long as you keep them refrigerated they will last up to a week in the fridge. I wouldn't leave them any longer than that given the avocado in there though. Oh and coming home....that is the question of the hour!!!
Richa Gupta says
The color makes it stand out and a great idea for clean eating recipes!
Donna1 says
The color turned out amazing!!
shelby says
This is an awesome recipe and the finished product itself looks pretty darn delish!
Donna1 says
Oh thank you Shelby 🙂
Hadia says
I have to try these little gems, my mouth is watering!
Donna1 says
They are so good! Always a hit around here
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
Thanks for the edible Christmas gifts suggestions!! BTW, these truffles look amazing!!!
Donna1 says
Thanks Jocelyn, we are definitely big fans 🙂
Megan says
Using an avocado...wow! Looks delicious and beautiful.
Donna1 says
I know right!! My secret ingredient that I never tell anyone about until after they have tried them and raved 🙂
Charlotte says
These look so good! the photos are stunning too! I also have a husband with his heart in his stomach! I would definitely love to give these a go! As the last linker i've also stumbled your page (and your recipe is amazing too)
Donna1 says
Thanks Charlotte! My husband is pretty ridiculous when it comes to food 🙂
Bethany @ Athletic Avocado says
These truffles are beautiful! I love that you used avocado:)
Donna1 says
Thanks Bethany 🙂 The avocado adds so much creaminess!!
Laura says
Yummm!! I love chocolate and raspberry together!
Donna1 says
Me too 🙂
Brooke Knipp says
These look so tasty--the recipe is so surprising to me, too. Thanks!
Whole Food Bellies says
Yeah my husband was a bit dubious when he noticed what ingredients I was using - but they worked out great and he ate them all 🙂 So that can only be a good thing!
Claire says
these sound so good I have to try them!
Whole Food Bellies says
I hope you do Claire 🙂 Thanks for popping by!
Becky says
Yum, these sound delicious!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Becky 🙂
Josie Godel says
stop it right now these look AMAZING. I will be adding every ingredient to my grocery list and making it this weekend.
Whole Food Bellies says
Oh thanks Josie!! I hope you enjoy 🙂
Kimberly Bonham says
Oh Yummmmmmm! Going to have to make these. Thanks so much for sharing!
Whole Food Bellies says
You are very welcome Kimberly! Thanks for popping by 🙂
annabelt says
Oh go on then 😉 We had a chocolate and raspberry wedding cake and I've been fond of it ever since!
Whole Food Bellies says
We had a chocolate and raspberry wedding cake too 🙂 Sooo good!!
Maria Provenzano says
Yum!!! These look so good!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Maria 🙂
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
These look super tasty and so easy to make! Great ingredients!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Patricia! They are so easy to make (my favourite kind of recipe) 🙂
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
These sound so tasty, and so easy to make! Great ingredients!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Patricia! They are super simple, my favourite way to do things these days 🙂
Lee Anne says
Ahh you have the best recipes! Must try these!
xoxo
Lee Anne
http://www.lifeinatx.com/
Whole Food Bellies says
Aww thanks Lee Anne!
foodzu says
This is very useful post for me and it helps me a lot. Thank you so much for this and have a great time.
Whole Food Bellies says
You are very welcome 🙂