Fudgy Vegan Truffles

Fudgy vegan truffles are creamy, velvety, and just 3 ingredients! Easy and versatile, they can be made for a special dinner or just because you want a healthy chocolate treat. These homemade truffles are so rich and creamy that your friends won't know they're vegan!

After making homemade chocolate truffles for many years as Christmas gifts, I discovered that it was super easy to make chocolate truffles without cream.

After trying several ingredients, I discovered that coconut cream created the best results for a silky smooth ganache that is key to dark chocolate truffles.

This vegan truffles recipe makes fudgy and creamy truffles, and using just 3 ingredients. Make them for a special occasion or just because you want a healthy twist on a chocolate treat.

For more vegan chocolate recipes, try chocolate covered pecans, vegan peppermint bark, creamy oat milk hot chocolate, and vegan hazelnut spread.

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• ⭐️ Why These Truffles are the Best
• 💬 Are Truffles Vegan?
• 🍫 Ingredient Notes
• 🥄 How To Make Fudgy Vegan Truffles
• 🍊 Flavor Variations and Toppings
• ⏲ Expert Tips
• 💬 Frequently Asked Questions
• 👩🏼‍🍳 Related Recipes
• Fudgy Vegan Truffles Recipe

⭐️ Why These Truffles are the Best

• Rich, thick, fudgy, and creamy dairy free chocolate truffles
• Quick and easy: Just 3 ingredients, no special equipment needed, and just 15 minutes of prep time.
• Healthy vegan truffle recipe (dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut-free) using vegan dark chocolate, which is low in sugar and includes antioxidants & heart-healthy fats. Coconut cream is simply the liquid that is squeezed from coconut meat, which is high in potassium, magnesium, and antioxidants.
• Homemade truffles make a great gift for the holidays, Valentine's Day, or any special occasion.
• Make ahead instructions provided
• Freezer-friendly dessert for you to enjoy all year-round

💬 Are Truffles Vegan?

Traditional chocolate truffles are made with cream, so are not vegan/dairy-free. However, it's so easy to make vegan truffles by substituting a plant-based/vegan fat in place of the heavy cream. In this recipe, we use coconut cream and vegan dark chocolate (meaning there is no milk fat in the chocolate).

🍫 Ingredient Notes

• Coconut cream - Replaces the cream called for in classic truffles. It has a subtle coconut flavor and is thick and creamy. Use it to make this vegan peanut butter pie!
• Vegan dark chocolate - Guittard is my go-to brand for vegan dark chocolate (if you aren't a strict vegan, use your favorite dark chocolate).
• Toasted coconut flakes (garnish) - These are completely optional, but I like the added texture and crunch they provide.

🥄 How To Make Fudgy Vegan Truffles

*See recipe card below for printable instructions.

Simmer coconut cream. Add chocolate chips and leave mixture to sit for around 5 minutes. Pour in vanilla extract and salt, and whisk to combine.

Transfer ganache to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Pour coconut flakes and cocoa powder (or your preferred garnishes) into two small bowls. Place parchment paper onto a baking sheet.

Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, scoop out ganache and use the palm of your hands to roll into a ball. Roll into coating and place on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining truffles. Place in refrigerator for at least 1 hour to help firm up.

🍊 Flavor Variations and Toppings

Add 1 teaspoon of any of the below options to change up the flavor of your vegan chocolate balls:

• almond extract or mint extract
• orange zest
• your favorite liqueur
• raspberry purée
• ground cinnamon

Coat/top your vegan truffles with different ingredients:

• crushed hazelnuts, pistachios, or almonds
• finely chopped crystallized ginger
• dusted with ground cinnamon or nutmeg (a little bit goes a long way!)
• dipped in dark, milk, or white chocolate

⏲ Expert Tips

• Make sure chocolate ganache is firm before rolling into balls. You want ganache that is set but not stiff and hard to roll out. When your ganache has firmed up, it should be easy to form into balls.
• Because chocolate melts easily in our hands (the melting point of chocolate is lower than our body temperature), I recommend wearing nitrile gloves if you have them on hand. It makes the rolling out process much less messy. Hot tip: I always have a box of gloves in the kitchen. I wear them when making meatballs or pastry, chopping chili peppers, or anytime I don't want my hands to get covered in something.
• Refrigerate your can of coconut cream for several hours before using, so that the solids and liquids separate easily.
• Make ahead: Chocolate ganache can be made and stored (covered) in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours before rolling into balls.
• How to store truffles: Keep in the refrigerator (in an air-tight container) for up to 2 weeks. Bring to room temperature before eating.
• How to freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. To thaw, place in the refrigerator overnight.

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