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no bake brownie batter truffles

November 22, 2016 by Amanda @ .running with spoons. 30 Comments

No bake brownie batter truffles that taste and feel just like a batch of soft-baked brownies but are made with NO flour, oil, eggs, or refined sugar. They’re gluten-free, vegan, and pack a nice little protein punch. A healthy and delicious way to satisfy those chocolate cravings!

Healthy No Bake Brownie Batter Truffles that taste and feel just like a batch of soft-baked brownies but are made with NO flour, oil, eggs, or refined sugar! | runningwithspoons.com

You’re gonna have to forgive me.

I tried really, really hard not to start talking about Christmas before American Thanksgiving happened, but I don’t think I can make it.

I was doing ok when the snow fell and the Christmas music started playing, and even managed to keep my enthusiasm on the down low while I decorated my place and started putting my Christmas shoeboxes together, buuuuuut then my parents decided to put up all their decorations while I was visiting them this past weekend, and that was basically the straw that broke the camel’s back – I’m in full-on Christmas mode over here.

That being said, I’m not really going to chat your ear(s) off about Christmas [just yet], other than to say that I probably won’t be sharing any Thanksgiving/pumpkin/fall themed recipes this week.

But I do have chocolate…

Healthy No Bake Brownie Batter Truffles that taste and feel just like a batch of soft-baked brownies but are made with NO flour, oil, eggs, or refined sugar! | runningwithspoons.com

… which, if you ask me, never goes out of style.

And you know what’s even better than chocolate? Chocolate that’s been dipped in even more chocolate…

Healthy No Bake Brownie Batter Truffles that taste and feel just like a batch of soft-baked brownies but are made with NO flour, oil, eggs, or refined sugar! | runningwithspoons.com

These no bake brownie batter truffles are based off my no bake brownie bites, only I tweaked the original recipe a bit by reducing the sweetener and adding more chocolate instead.

The result is a batch of healthy chocolate truffles that have a super soft and fudgy centre (kind of like those two-bite soft baked brownies) surrounded by a slightly crisp chocolate shell. They’re gluten-free, grain-free, vegan, and pack a nice little protein punch thanks to the addition of protein powder.

You only need 7 simple ingredients to make them, plus either a food processor or a spoon and a decently strong arm 😉 And I guess either a microwave and stove to melt chocolate with… because after they’re all mixed up and rolled into balls, they have a quick little romp in some molten cocoa-ness (I used 70% dark), followed by a brief stint in the fridge to harden up.

And voila! Some healthy truffles to satisfy those chocolate cravings.

Happy eating!

Healthy No Bake Brownie Batter Truffles that taste and feel just like a batch of soft-baked brownies but are made with NO flour, oil, eggs, or refined sugar! | runningwithspoons.com

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5.0 from 1 reviews
No Bake Brownie Batter Truffles
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Total time
10 mins
 
Author: Amanda @ Running with Spoons
Yields: 10 truffles
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup (28 g) coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup (20 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (40 g) chocolate protein powder*
  • 3 Tbsp (60 g) brown rice syrup**
  • 3 Tbsp (48 g) nut or seed butter
  • 6 Tbsp (90 ml) non-dairy milk
  • 1/3 cup (60 g) chocolate of choice, for melting
Directions
  1. Add all the ingredients to the bowl of a food processor or blender and process on high until they have fully combined to form a dough. Depending on the ingredients you used, you may need to add a splash of extra milk or a small sprinkle of coconut flour to get the right consistency. The mixture should stick together easily when pressed without being overly sticky.
  2. Using a heaping tablespoon, roll the dough between your hands to form individual balls. Set them aside on a large plate lined with parchment paper, and repeat with the remaining dough.
  3. To prepare the chocolate coating, melt the chocolate in the microwave or over a double broiler, stirring periodically to ensure no clumps remain. Using a toothpick, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, gently tapping the side of the bowl to remove any excess. Place back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and repeat until all truffles have been coated. Sprinkle with toppings, if desired.
  4. Refrigerate for ~15 minutes, or until the chocolate has set. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
* I used a brown rice protein to make these vegan, but feel free to use whichever protein is your favourite. Just note that different types of powders absorb liquid differently, so you might have to adjust how much milk you add depending on which kind you use.
** You can also use honey if not strictly vegan.
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To make these no bake brownie batter truffles, I recommend:

        

Healthy No Bake Brownie Batter Truffles that taste and feel just like a batch of soft-baked brownies but are made with NO flour, oil, eggs, or refined sugar! | runningwithspoons.com

Looking for more no bake chocolate recipes? Try one of these!

Chunky Monkey Cups
No Bake Peppermint Chocolate Cookies
Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Bites
Double Chocolate Coconut Butter No Bake Cookies
Healthy Chocolate Fudge Bites

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  1. michele @ paleorunningmomma says

    November 22, 2016 at 4:06 am

    These look perfect! I just made gingerbread truffles over the weekend so we’re on the same page holiday wise 🙂

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  2. heather @Lunging Through Life says

    November 22, 2016 at 4:49 am

    Oh all bets are off here too. I’ve decorated and Christmas music has been playing. I’ll blame the snow we had over the weekend. I forgot how much I love truffles. They are so easy to make. These look amazing!

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      December 1, 2016 at 3:31 pm

      I love that you got your Christmas stuff up early 😀 We -still- don’t really have snow, which is super weird for us seeing as we normally get it around Halloween. But it’s sprinkling a little bit today and feeling more Christmassy already 😀

      Reply
  3. Patricia @Sweet and Strong says

    November 22, 2016 at 5:15 am

    Chocolate definitely never goes out of season or style. Each christmas I try to make a few healthier dessert options to go with the buttery goodness desserts. And these would be perfect!

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      December 1, 2016 at 3:31 pm

      It’s always great to have some healthier options on hand! I hope you like them if you make them, Patricia 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kat says

    November 22, 2016 at 6:15 am

    Seriously dyinggggg over here girl. If only I had some protein powder I would be whipping these up RIGHT now. Holy moly. Looks so amazing!

    Reply
  5. [email protected] a Dash of Cinnamon says

    November 22, 2016 at 6:51 am

    Yeah chocolate for sure does not go out of style. 5$3:4 look so decadent and rich! Love the addition of protein powder!

    Reply
  6. Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It says

    November 22, 2016 at 7:07 am

    Our Christmas lights are up outside, but no indoor decorations yet! These truffles look BOMB. I love how simple the ingredient list is!!

    Reply
  7. meredith @ cookie chrunicles says

    November 22, 2016 at 7:10 am

    ohh these look delicious! I haven’t seen Christmas decorations popping up just yet around here except for the holiday stuff in the stores but I know it is coming! I love to drive around to look at lights even though I am jewish. it’s so much fun to see!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      December 1, 2016 at 3:33 pm

      I do that too! People don’t get too crazy with the decorations around where I live, but they do around my parents’ so I always take a little drive when I visit.

      Reply
  8. Evangeline says

    November 22, 2016 at 7:11 am

    They look incredible! And you’re so right, it’s impossible for chocolate to go out of style. I can’t wait to whip up a batch once I snag some protein powder.

    Reply
  9. Joyce @ The Hungry Caterpillar says

    November 22, 2016 at 7:11 am

    Lol. My family usually decorates for Christmas around the 20th of December. Although I’ll probably put my miniature tree when I get back to my apartment after Thanksgiving.
    No judgment though. I can empathize that it would be tempting, especially without that extra holiday in between.

    Reply
  10. Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday says

    November 22, 2016 at 8:21 am

    These look perfect! Chocolate is definitely good any time of the year.

    Since only a few international students actually stay at my school over winter break, we start decorating our rooms/apartments practically right after Halloween so we get a change to celebrate before we leave. 😉 My family usually decorates either right after Thanksgiving or when I come home for winter break in mid-December. I’m hoping this year we do it this weekend, though! I’m ready for Christmas.

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      December 1, 2016 at 3:38 pm

      I’d say right after Halloween is a perfect time to put the tree up 😀

      Reply
  11. Bethany (Lulu) says

    November 22, 2016 at 9:59 am

    You are forgiven 😉 I’m dying over here, waiting to put up my Christmas decorations, only three more days.
    I think truffles may be my love language (or maybe it’s just chocolate and truffles are a good vehicle for chocolate.) either way, these look amaze.

    Reply
  12. Abbie says

    November 22, 2016 at 11:00 am

    Chocolate is way better than any traditional Thanksgiving recipe anyway. These look fabulous! I can’t wait to try them!

    Reply
  13. Chelsey says

    November 22, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    These look heavenly! And luckily I have all the ingredients at home already! Woo hoo!

    Reply
  14. Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudy says

    November 22, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    These sound AMAZING, Amanda!

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      December 1, 2016 at 3:42 pm

      Thanks, Judy! I know you share my appreciation of chocolate 🙂

      Reply
  15. Kelly @ Kelly Runs For Food says

    November 22, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    I usually hold off until after Thanksgiving to put up Christmas stuff. I’ve pushed it well into December before, but I think I just might get all the stuff out this weekend. Considering I decorated my office this morning with Christmas stuff, I figure that means I’m ready!

    Reply
  16. Casey the College Celiac says

    November 22, 2016 at 10:21 pm

    GIRL, these would definitely have me feeling jolly! I’ve been getting in the Christmas cheer earlier than usual this year, too. I’m guessing it’s because, since my parents moved to Colorado this summer and I haven’t seen them since my California college semester began August 28, I’m associating Christmas with homecoming 🙂 And you’re right – chocolate is delicious any time of the season!

    Reply
  17. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

    November 23, 2016 at 10:20 am

    I kind of wish our Thanksgiving was the same as yours so that we had more time to enjoy the Christmas season. I mean, what’s the point of spending all of the time decorating if you can only look at it for 3 weeks?!

    I’m happy to indulge in your Christmasy recipes, especially these gorgeous truffles. I’m a sucker for anything chocolate and the fact that they’re made with good stuff makes me want them even more. Also, I’m obsessed with the snowy feel of these photos. So pretty!

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    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      December 1, 2016 at 3:48 pm

      Thanks, Sarah! I totally didn’t consciously plan them that way, but I’m happy with how they turned out. Hopefully we see some actual snow soon!

      Reply
  18. Emily Swanson says

    November 25, 2016 at 8:32 am

    IT is totally legit if you talk about Christmas before Thanksgiving, because we can be thankful for Christmas too. <3 And brownie truffles are a wonderful way to celebrate!

    Reply
  19. [email protected] says

    November 26, 2016 at 9:31 am

    I’m perfect;y content with no pumpkin recipes. Also chocolate will always be in season. #classic

    Reply
  20. Molly says

    November 26, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    Can I replace the protein powder with something else?

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      December 1, 2016 at 3:48 pm

      You could try oat flour, Molly. But you might have to adjust the liquid. I can’t say exactly how much, but just add it slowly until it sticks together without being too sticky.

      Reply
  21. Carmy says

    November 28, 2016 at 9:49 pm

    It looks so rich and delicious! Definitely giving this a try!!

    Reply
  22. Beth says

    January 4, 2017 at 3:44 am

    What can be use in place of rice syrup?

    Reply
    • Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      January 4, 2017 at 10:44 am

      Honey would work too!

      Reply

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