Protein Chocolate Mint Truffles are perfect for adding a festive touch to your celebrations! These irresistible little bites combine the richness of Nutella with the delicate freshness of mint, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, they'll be a hit at your gatherings and will satisfy those sweet tooths.
A simplified preparation, perfect for when you're in a hurry!
With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these delicious truffles in no time. Whether you're giving them as a gourmet gift or making a Christmas Eve dessert, these truffles are perfect for impressing your friends and family. In fact, if you don't like the taste of mint with chocolate, simply swap the peppermint extract for vanilla extract for an equally delicious alternative.
The protein that makes all the difference!
The secret to an exceptionally tasty recipe lies in the quality of the ingredients. In this dessert, Shop Santé's dark chocolate plant-based protein is a must. This protein stands out for its rich taste and superior quality, giving your truffles a perfect texture and an additional nutritional boost. But that's not all! It will also be your ally for many other recipes.
A must for the holidays!
With the holidays fast approaching, it's the perfect time to stock up on Shop Santé protein and get started on these festive treats. Get inspired and get ready to delight the taste buds of all the foodies around you with these protein truffles that combine pleasure and nutrition.
Ingredients
- 125 ml (½ cup) of Shop Santé dark chocolate plant-based protein
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) cocoa powder
- 1.25 ml (¼ tsp) salt
- 160 ml (⅔ cup) of Nutella
- 2.5 ml (½ tsp) peppermint extract
- 250 ml (1 cup) milk chocolate chips
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) shortening
Preparation
- In a large bowl, sift and mix the protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Add the Nutella and peppermint extract and mix until smooth. If necessary, knead the dough by hand to fully incorporate the ingredients.
- Place a wire rack on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Shape the mixture into 13 small balls, each about 15 ml (1 tbsp) in size, and place them on the rack.
- Melt the chocolate and shortening in the microwave, stirring every 20 seconds . Mix well until smooth.
- Coat each truffle with melted chocolate, either by gently spooning them over or dipping them directly into the chocolate. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
- If desired, when serving, sprinkle the truffles with a small amount of cocoa powder.
Hubert Cormier, Ph.D., Doctor of Nutrition (hub_nutrition)
