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Dark Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Dark Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

A coffee table is laid for a cheese course. On a plate, there are two large blocks of cheese. On another plate there are two types of biscuit for cheese. On a third plate are cornichons, olives and sliced tomatoes. A bottle of vinho verde is on the table. In the distance there is a small and brightly decorated Christmas tree,

Here at Holistic Health food is one of our love languages, so we’re here to bring joy to your season with a recipe for delicious dark chocolate peppermint truffles!

Dark Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Yield: 16 truffles

Serving Size: 1 truffle

These rich, fudgy truffles are full of peppermint flavour! Roll them in extra cocoa powder or confectioner’s sugar for a pretty touch. Store them in the fridge for up to a week.

Ingredients:

1 c unsweetened cocoa powder
½ c unsweetened applesauce
3 tbsp honey (or agave)
¼ tsp peppermint extract

Method:

In a medium bowl, stir together all 4 ingredients. Chill for at least 30 minutes, or up to 3 days. Working with a heaping tablespoon at a time, roll the chocolate mixture into a ball, and place on wax paper or in individual mini muffin paper liners. Refrigerate until ready to serve.