Dark Chocolate Fig Mint Truffles
Ingredients
- 2 cups (300g) Orchard Choice California Dried Figs
- 1/2 cup (50g) cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp (25g) coconut oil
- 1 tsp mint extract (or a few drops peppermint oil)
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4-1/3 cup water
- 1 cup (180g) dark chocolate chips
Preparation
In a food processor, combine the figs, cocoa powder, coconut oil, mint extract, and salt.
Process until the figs are broken down, then slowly stream in the water until the mixture clumps into a sticky ball.
Scoop/roll the mixture into balls (makes about 18) and freeze for 1 hour.
Melt the dark chocolate.
Dip/coat each truffle in a thin layer of chocolate.
Place the truffles on a plate or pan lined with wax paper and refrigerate until the chocolate is set.
Eat and enjoy!