Vegan Chocolate Truffles
 
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Please note that the Prep time is hands on time only. Allow 1 hour for the chocolate to set up!
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Serves: about 60 truffles
Ingredients
  • 1 (8-ounce) package dairy-free cream cheese alternative, softened at room temperature
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 12 ounces dairy-free chocolate, melted (semi-sweet or bittersweet)
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Ground nuts, cocoa powder, or shredded coconut, for coating
Instructions
  1. Put the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl and beat it with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. With the mixer on low, gradually add the powdered sugar. Once the sugar is incorporated, beat it until fully combined.
  3. Add the melted chocolate and vanilla, and stir to combine.
  4. Refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour.
  5. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and roll them in the nuts, cocoa or coconut.
  6. Store the vegan truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
Liqueur Variation: Substitute up to 3 tablespoon liqueurs (such as coffee, raspberry, orange, or almond) for the vanilla extract.
Recipe by Go Dairy Free at https://www.godairyfree.org/recipes/vegan-chocolate-truffles