Heart Healthy Truffles

(5.0)
By Judy Capodanno
Published 2/7/2022
Dietitian Reviewed: Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Gluten Free | Diabetic | Vegetarian
Heart Healthy Truffles
Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

Indulge in rich, smooth chocolatey truffles that are rolled in healthy ingredients like chia seeds and ground pistachios. Perfect for a protein boost or homemade gift, these diabetic-friendly treats satisfy every time.

Total Time
30 minutes
Servings
16
Calories
65

Ingredients

Recipe yields 16 servings

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Line a baking sheet with wax paper. In a mixing bowl, add peanut butter, whey protein booster and honey. Beat until well combined. Roll into 16 (1-inch) balls and arrange on baking sheet. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

  2. Step 2

    In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave on high in 10-second increments, stirring until smooth. Coat 4 of the truffles in the melted chocolate and place on baking sheet. Place the coconut flakes, chia seeds and pistachios in separate small bowls. Roll 4 of the truffles in each topping and arrange on baking sheet. Keep refrigerated until serving. Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 truffle

65
Calories
4
g
Fat
0
mg
Cholesterol
42
mg
Sodium
2
g
Carbs
1
g
Sat. Fat
0
g
Fiber
4
g
Protein

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