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Date Paste and Coconut Truffles Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

Special equipment needed:
- Food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a food processor, blend the pitted dates until they form a smooth paste.

2. Add the shredded coconut, almond flour, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt to the food processor. Pulse until well combined.

3. Scoop out the mixture with a spoon and roll it into small balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

4. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted.

5. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, using a fork to coat it evenly. Place the truffles back on the baking sheet.

6. Sprinkle some extra shredded coconut on top of each truffle for garnish.

7. Place the baking sheet in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
Temperature:
- No temperature required
Serving size:
- Makes 12 truffles

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of nut flour instead of almond flour.
- You can use any type of chocolate chips instead of dark chocolate chips.

Variations:
- You can add some chopped nuts or dried fruit to the truffle mixture for extra texture.
- You can use different types of extracts, such as peppermint or orange, to change the flavor of the truffles.

Tips and tricks:
- If the truffle mixture is too sticky, you can add more shredded coconut or almond flour.
- If the chocolate is too thick, you can add a bit of coconut oil to thin it out.

Storage instructions:
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Reheating instructions:
- No reheating required.

Presentation ideas:
- Place the truffles in a decorative box or tin for gift-giving.

Garnishes:
- Shredded coconut

Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
- No side dishes required.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the truffle mixture is too dry, you can add more coconut oil or a bit of water to moisten it.
- If the chocolate is too thin, you can melt more chocolate chips and add them to the bowl.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean hands and utensils when making the truffles.
- Store the truffles in the fridge to prevent spoilage.

Food history:
- Truffles are a type of chocolate candy that originated in France in the 19th century.

Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and chocolatey.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the truffles as a dessert or snack.

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Taste: Sweet, Coconutty, Rich, Creamy, Caramel, Caramel-Like