This was a complete mistake of a recipe. I wanted to create something Valentines-ey to share with you all for this weekend. It had to be chocolatey, indulgent and completely scrumptious but I didn’t really know where I was going with it! The chocolate chia seed mixture that has turned into the gooey centre of these gorgeous truffles was originally intended to be the start of a cake mixture. That didn’t work out, but this sure did!! I also wanted to guarantee it was a super simple recipe so that any Valentines day cooking going on could take centre stage and not be distracted by some oozing, healthy chocolate truffles!
I actually think they’re better made the day before, it gives the chocolate time to really set and the result is a wonderfully smooth glossy finish, so win win! Half of them are full of a buckwheat and chocolate chia seed mixture and the other half with natural, delicious coconut. The best thing about them is crunching through the rich dark chocolate to hit a gooey, indulgent chocolate centre. They really do taste like truffles!
I’ve kept it easy as, easy does using chocolate from a dark chocolate bar rather than creating your own with cacoa butter and powder – but if you have the time, feel free to do that instead! Some might call it cheating, I call it winning, because these are just too damn delicious to worry about being a little bit off perfection. It is valentines day after all. These beat sitting down with a box of chocolates that are full of sugars, syrups and unnatural ingredients any day. Plus, it’s always nice to make things with a little lurveee.
If you’re not a huge coconut fan, then just make the chocolate chia seed mix for all of them and vice versa. I think the diversity is nice plus they look pretty! It’s as if you’re diving into a healthy box of Roses, not knowing which one you’re gonna get! I hope they make some of your Valentines Day that touch more special and please do share the love and post your creations on social media for others to enjoy!
Happy Valentines Creating everyone! xx @LeanLivingGirl
Hello and welcome! I'm Carly, originally from London but currently enjoying a little adventure in Dubai. A travel and wellness blogger exploring the world one step at a time. Think fabulous food at undiscovered gems, unique destinations, skin care obsessions and so much more. This is my life, I hope you enjoy the ride!
Joy
April 11, 2017Hi, thank you for the recipe. It looks great! Do you know how long I can keep them for?
Lean Living Girl
April 11, 2017Hi Joy!
I would suggest 3-4 days as otherwise the Chia seed mixture will go a bit too dry I think. Let me know what you think of them!
Carly xx
Robyn
February 11, 2016Where do you get your coconut sugar and buckhmwheat flour been looking everywhere?
Lean Living Girl
February 12, 2016Hey Robyn,
So the brands for the one’s I’ve used here are Bob’s Red Mill Buckwheat flour and I use ‘The Raw Chocolate Company’ for the Coconut Sugar. I’ve included both links below so you can order oNline if you want or you’ll find them in most health stores. The buckwheat flour especially is usually stocked in the likes of Waitrose if you’re based in UK?
http://www.therawchocolatecompany.com/shop/make-your-own/coconut-palm-sugar-230g
http://www.bobsredmill.com/organic-buckwheat-flour.html
Hope that helps! xx
Fiona
February 11, 2016Hi there,
These look gorgeous! Any idea of the Calorie content?
Lean Living Girl
February 12, 2016Thanks Fiona!
So the rice malt syrup has around 75 calories, and there’s just 15 calories in the 1 tbs of coconut palm sugar used – both of which you have to remember are natural sugars and won’t cause that high spike in your blood sugar levels. Then really it’s just the calories from the chocolate that will cause any significance. I haven’t specified a brand so just check out the back of the packet for the one you’re using.
They’re a much better alternative to usual valentines day treats, especially if you use a good quality dark chocolate :) xx
Julia
February 11, 2016I made these last night and they are absolutely amazing!! I’m a big fan of the chia seed centre ones, they really do taste just like truffles, go gooey and yummy! I’ve been following your blog for a while now and love the balance between your savoury and sweet recipes, thank you for sharing and keep it up Carly!
Julia x
Lean Living Girl
February 11, 2016Hi Julia,
I’m so glad you liked them, the Chia truffles are definitely my favourite too! Hopefully you’ll get a chance to make another batch before Sunday ;)
Carly xx