These beautiful, vibrant, and oh so chocolatey Chocolate Raspberry Truffles are the perfect treat for any time of day or year. Combining chocolate, avocado, berries, and maple syrup, these secretly healthy chocolate treats are easy to make and so moreish.
Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
Let me help you wow your loved one with some Chocolate Raspberry Truffles.
You are going to need:
- dark chocolate: I use 73% cacao which was perfect for the level of sweetness I prefer when compared with the berries. If you prefer your chocolate treats to be sweeter then you can always use milk chocolate instead;
- ripe avocado: don't worry, these will not taste like avocado. The avocado is used in place of cream, and makes the truffles super creamy and luxurious;
- mixed frozen berries: I used a mix of blueberries, raspberries, pomegranate, and cherries (the Costco mixed berries) but one variety of berry works great as well;
- pure maple syrup: use pure maple syrup, not maple-flavored syrup. You can sub in liquid erythritol or liquid stevia to taste if keto;
- pure vanilla extract: use extract, not vanilla essence, or if you want to make these truffles even more luxurious you could always use vanilla bean paste;
- freeze-dried raspberries: these can usually be found in the dried fruit section of most well-stocked grocery stores.
That's it.
Please note: do not be put off by the addition of the avocado. I can assure you that they make the chocolate truffle super creamy and you will not be able to taste the avocado at all!
A Note On Ingredients
Normally, I don't like the combination of chocolate and fruit flavors, but this chocolate raspberry truffle turned out to be amazing.
Not too sweet, and super creamy, with a little hint of a zing from the freeze-dried raspberries.
Plus it's secretly healthier than any truffle you will find in the store which is a bonus.
Dark Chocolate
We know not all chocolate was created equal.
For this I love the richness of 73% chocolate when combined with the fruitiness of the berries, they go so well together.
But, if you are not a huge fan of dark chocolate that isn't going to work for you is it?
You do you.
If you prefer milk chocolate, then go on ahead and sub in your favorite one in place of the dark chocolate.
Pure Maple Syrup
You want to look for pure maple syrup, not maple-flavored syrup.
There is a huge difference.
One is maple syrup and the other is basically thick sugar water.
Vanilla Extract
Vanilla extract is a lot more expensive than vanilla essence.
And so it should be.
They are both prepared in completely different ways.
Vanilla extract is a lot purer of an ingredient, whereas vanilla essence is a lot more processed and has a lot of questionable ingredients thrown in there for good measure (google it...there is something to do with a beaver which you will wish you didn't know about).
How To Serve Raspberry Truffles
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 savor 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 is 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 as you put in a fair bit of effort.
Whip them up for your loved one and neither of you will be disappointed.
Need More Homemade Chocolate Recipes?
If you are looking for some more homemade treat inspiration then check out these creations:
- Crunchy Quinoa Chocolate Superfood Bars
- Dark Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
- Homemade Hazelnut and Dark Chocolate Bark Thins
- Easy Chocolate Peppermint Almond Flour Cookies
- Raspberry Dark Chocolate Granola
- or for something a little bit more naughty try this Chocolate Truffle Recipe
Happy Eating
xx
Recipe
Secretly Healthy Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
Ingredients
- ¾ cup good quality dark chocolate I used 73% cacao which was perfect, but not overly sweet
- ½ ripe avocado
- ¼ cup mixed berries I used a mix of blueberries, raspberries, pomegranate and cherries but one variety of berry works great as well
- 2 tbsps pure maple syrup (use erythritol or liquid stevia to taste if keto)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ⅓ 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. Alternatively melt in the microwave in blasts of 15 seconds, with a quick mix between each blast, until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- Add the avocado, berries, and vanilla to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
- Drizzle in the melted chocolate, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt 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 bright red dust.
- Roll a heaped teaspoon of the chocolate mixture into a ball and roll in the raspberry dust.
- Place in an airtight container 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.
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 🙂