Easy dark chocolate mint truffles. All you need is 20 minutes, one bowl and 5 ingredients. Plus they're vegan, gluten-free, sweetened with dates and absolutely delicious! They're perfect for a little snack or dessert.
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Add your cashews, dates, cocoa powder and mint extract in a food processor. Blend for 2-3 minutes until the mixture forms a ball or until the mixture holds together when pressed between your fingers.
Form 12 little balls by rolling the mixture between your palms. Place them on the prepared cookie sheet.
Melt the dark chocolate (I used the microwave) and drizzle over the truffles. Top with a few cacao nibs if desired.
Let them set in the freezer until the chocolate hardens.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the freezer or in the fridge.Start with 1/4 teaspoon of peppermint extract, taste the mixture, then add another 1/4 teaspoon if you like a stronger peppermint flavor.