Fruit, Nut and Spice Festive Truffles
Looking for a festive indulgence that is healthy as well? Try blending up these dairy-free, gluten-free, fruit and nut truffles. Also great to give away as a gift.
- 100 g raisins (2/3 cup)
- Juice of half an orange
- 1 tsp finely grated orange rind
- 1 tsp mixed spice (i.e. cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, ginger, cardamom)
- 100 g mixed nuts
- 2 tsp ground flaxseed
- 1 Tblsp coconut oil
- Desiccated coconut for rolling
- Desiccated coconut for rolling
- Mix the raisins, orange juice, finely grated orange rind and mix spice in a glass jug and leave to marinate overnight (or for at least 3 hours).
- Add mix to Omniblend and blend using PULSE until incorporated well
- Add in the nuts
- Blend using PULSE until everything starts sticking together. You are going for a ‘rough blend’ – not completely smooth
- Mix in the ground flaxseed and coconut oil with a spoon.
- Spread a layer of desiccated coconut onto a plate.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mix onto the coconut and then roll into balls.
- Refrigerate for an hour or more before serving. Enjoy!
Recipe adapted from kindearth.net
