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!
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…
… 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…
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!
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- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
** You can also use honey if not strictly vegan.
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To make these no bake brownie batter truffles, I recommend:
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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These look perfect! I just made gingerbread truffles over the weekend so we’re on the same page holiday wise 🙂
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!
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 😀
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!
It’s always great to have some healthier options on hand! I hope you like them if you make them, Patricia 🙂
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!
Yeah chocolate for sure does not go out of style. 5$3:4 look so decadent and rich! Love the addition of protein powder!
Our Christmas lights are up outside, but no indoor decorations yet! These truffles look BOMB. I love how simple the ingredient list is!!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
I’d say right after Halloween is a perfect time to put the tree up 😀
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.
Chocolate is way better than any traditional Thanksgiving recipe anyway. These look fabulous! I can’t wait to try them!
These look heavenly! And luckily I have all the ingredients at home already! Woo hoo!
These sound AMAZING, Amanda!
Thanks, Judy! I know you share my appreciation of chocolate 🙂
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
I’m perfect;y content with no pumpkin recipes. Also chocolate will always be in season. #classic
Can I replace the protein powder with something else?
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.
It looks so rich and delicious! Definitely giving this a try!!
What can be use in place of rice syrup?
Honey would work too!