Rum Cardamom Fig Chocolate Truffles (Vegan

• Produce

  • 3 tbsp Cacao powder, raw
  • 7 oz Mission figs, dried

• Condiments

  • 2 tbsp Maple syrup, pure

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom, ground
  • 1 Pinch Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract, pure

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 2 tsp Coconut oil

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 1 tbsp Rum

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Description

Ingredients

• 7 ounces dried mission figs, stems removed
• 3 tablespoons raw cacao powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder) + more for dusting
• 1 tablespoon rum
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons coconut oil, melted
• ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
• ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• Pinch salt

Directions

• Remove and discard the stems from the figs and place the figs in a large bowl. Cover the figs with boiling water and allow them to soak for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Drain, pat dry, and place in a small food processor.
• Add the remaining ingredients to the food processor and pulse until ingredients are well-combined and a thick dough forms.
• Form truffles by rolling the mixture in the palms of your hands.
• If desired, you can roll the truffles in more cacao powder or shredded coconut.
• Enjoy!