Chocolate-Peanut Butter “Truffles”

By Nava · On Sep 12, 2012

These were, and still may be, my kids’ favorite homemade snack, even though they are quite grown up now! A combination of nut butter, chocolate, raisins, and hempseed or wheat germ adds up to a high-protein snack for kids, teens, and adults alike.

Makes 1 dozen

• 1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or your favorite nut butter)
• 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup wheat germ or hemp seeds
• Sesame seeds for rolling, optional

Combine all the ingredients except the sesame seeds in a food processor. Process until the mixture is completely smooth. You may have to stop the machine and reach in with a spoon a couple of times to break up clumps.

Roll into a dozen 1-inch balls; roll them in sesame seeds if you’d like. Refrigerate for about an hour, or until the “truffles” are firmed up. Keep any not devoured at once refrigerated and covered.

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6 comments on “Chocolate-Peanut Butter “Truffles””

1. Sara Sawochka on September 13, 2012 at 8:58 am said:

   This looks amazing. Thank you so much for posting. For more tips and recipes check out http://www.chooseveg.com/vegan-recipes.asp!
2. Sara Sawochka on September 13, 2012 at 8:59 am said:

   Thank you so much for posting this recipe. For more information check out ChooseVeg.com for more tips and recipes!
3. Sharon on January 24, 2013 at 10:05 am said:

   I make these using raw cacao powder. They are a great snack for the kiddies and even the husband. I also rolled them in crushed walnuts for fun.
4. Nava on January 24, 2013 at 10:14 am said:

   Sharon, your tweaks sound so healthy and delicious, thanks for sharing!
5. Laura Black on March 30, 2013 at 10:35 pm said:

   These look GREAT!! I am currently out of hemp seeds and wheat germ. Could anything else be substituted?
6. Nava on March 31, 2013 at 8:34 am said:

   Hi Laura — this needs something dry and powder; the only other thing that comes to mind might be milled chia seeds. These impart a bit more of an assertive flavor and texture, though. So I’d suggest waiting until you restock your hemp or wheat germ!