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    Allianna's Kitchen » Recipes » Desserts

    Published: Dec 6, 2023 · Modified: May 26, 2025 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Vegan Chocolate Truffles

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    These easy Vegan Chocolate Truffles make for the most perfect special occasion treat. This recipe is quick and really only requires 15 minutes of hands on time. The creamy peanut butter combined with the coconut oil makes these truffles oh so silky. Topped off with shaved coconut or nuts adds the most perfect crunch.

    Vegan chocolate truffles stacked in metal tin with wax paper.

    I have such a big sweet tooth! I always love to have a perfect treat towards the end of my day or after dinner. These delicious truffles are the perfect bite to end your day. They are perfect for a quick treat for holidays or just to give someone special.

    Chocolate is my favorite to bake with! Some of my favorite chocolate recipes are my Dairy Free Mint Chocolates, Mini Dairy Free Chocolate Cakes, Gluten Free Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, Gluten Free Donuts, and Chocolate Covered Oranges.

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    • Why You Will Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • Step by Step Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Other Dairy Free Chocolate Recipes You Will Love
    • Are you interested in a list of my go to healthy alternatives?
    • Dairy Free Chocolate Truffles

    Why You Will Love This Recipe

    • These chocolate truffles are such an easy recipe to make with both natural ingredients and basic ingredients you probably already have on hand!
    • My homemade truffles are naturally gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free, soy free, egg free, and vegan.
    • Kids will love my vegan chocolate truffles recipe! This would be a great recipe to make it fun and get kids involved with helping you roll these truffles.
    • These homemade chocolate truffles would be the perfect pairing with my Vegan Chocolate Covered Strawberries on Valentine’s Day or loved one this holiday season.
    • Clean up is so simple with everything being cooked in two dishes!
    • These decadent chocolate truffles are always a crowd favorite anytime I bring them to an event and make them for special occasions. They are a chocolate lovers dream!

    Ingredients

    Vegan chocolate truffle ingredients in small glass bowls on a silver tray.
    • Dairy-free chocolate–I like the Enjoy Life brand. You can also use the Hu brand. Each time I have made these for guests they never guessed everything was dairy free! I don’t suggest using regular chocolate as I have not tested this recipe with regular chocolate. 
    • Coconut milk-I prefer coconut milk over almond milk because almond milk can be overpowering.
    • Coconut oil-Coconut oil gives these truffles the silky and smooth taste.
    • Nut butter-This makes these truffles thicker. I like using Peanut Butter. 
    • OPTIONAL–edible rose petals to garnish.

    See the recipe card below for full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Substitutions and Variations

    • I like to top off my truffles with maca powder, sea salt, edible rose petals, freeze-dried raspberries, chopped medjool dates and crushed nuts. You could top them off with any topping you prefer.
    • You could add variety but changing the type of dairy free chocolate you use. You could use white, dark, milk, or whatever you prefer.
    • If you do not like peanut butter, you could substitute for your nut butter of choice such as almond butter or cashew butter.
    • You can make this recipe tree nut free by using sun butter. 
    • If you are not dairy free, you can choose to use regular dairy products instead of the dairy free one.

    This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

    Step by Step Instructions

    Vegan chocolate truffle ingredients melted in sauce pan with mini whisk.

    Photo 1: First, add the coconut oil, coconut milk, and chocolate to a saucepan on very low temperature, you do not want the temperature to be too high or the melted chocolate will burn. Be sure to whisk or mix the chocolate every 30-60 seconds to prevent it from burning. Once the chocolate is mixed, set the chocolate mixture in the pot in the freezer to allow it to cool for 30-60 minutes.

    Vegan chocolate truffle in paper cupcake liner on a plate.

    Photo 2: Once the time is up, roll the chocolate into 1 inch size balls. You can also roll the chocolate in the additional ganache sauce, peanuts, or shaved coconut. Add a piece of parchment paper to a baking sheet and lay the chocolates on there. While the truffles are in the freezer, put the ganache coconut milk in the microwave for 120 seconds (2 minutes.) When it comes out of the microwave add in the chocolate and continuously whisk. Now dip the truffles in the ganache and put back on the baking sheet. Add the optional nuts and coconut on top if desired. Store in the fridge. See freezing instructions below.

    Expert Tips

    • Tip # 1: Before placing your sauce pan in the freezer, either allow to cool slightly or place a hot pad on your freezer shelf.
    • Tip # 2: If the truffle dough is too sticky to handle, you could lightly powder your hands with raw cacao powder or cocoa powder to prevent them from sticking.
    • Tip # 3: If you choose to use almond butter instead of peanut butter, make sure to thoroughly stir your almond butter before adding so you don’t add additional liquid.
    • Tip # 4: Make sure your nut butter is at room temperature to ensure it is easiest to work with.

    Recipe FAQs

    How should I store these chocolate truffles?

    I suggest storing them in an airtight  container in the freezer for up to one week.

    How do you measure your scoops of truffle dough?

    I like to use a small cookie scoop! This will ensure they are all even in size.

    What do you garnish your truffles with?

    I like to top off my truffles with maca powder, edible rose petals and crushed nuts. You could top them off with any topping you prefer or even just chopped chocolate or freeze dried raspberries.

    Stack of vegan chocolate truffles on a plate with a truffle that has a bite taken out of it.

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    Dairy Free Chocolate Truffles

    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes minutes
    Freeze Time 2 hours hours
    Total Time 2 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
    Servings 15 truffles
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    344kcal
    Cost $10
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    Equipment

    • mixing bowl
    • Saucepan

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups dairy free chocolate
    • 3/4 cup coconut milk make sure it is full fat
    • 3 tbsp coconut oil
    • 1/3 cup nut butter I like peanut butter
    • 1/4 cup maple syrup

    Ganache:

    • 1 1/2 cups dairy free chocolate
    • 1/2 cup coconut milk

    OPTIONAL:

    • 1/2 cup edible rose petals to roll the truffles in

    Instructions

    • Add the coconut milk to a pan and bring to a boil, then turn off the heat. Add in the peanut butter, chocolate chips, maple syrup and coconut oil. Whisk together continuously so it does not burn or harden. Now, set the pot in the freezer for 1.5-2 hours to allow the truffles to harden. Place wax paper on a cookie sheet. Once the 2 hours are up, scoop the truffle filling with a 1 inch cookie scooper and lay on the sheet. Place in the freezer.
    • While the truffles are in the freezer, put the ganache coconut milk in the microwave for 120 seconds (2 minutes.) When it comes out of the microwave add in the chocolate and continuously whisk. Now dip the truffles in the ganache and put back on the baking sheet. Add the optional nuts and coconut on top if desired. Store in the fridge. See freezing instructions above.

    Notes

    Storage: This recipe can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week in the freezer. 
    Nutrition: The nutrition for this recipe is an estimate and the calorie count is not guaranteed.  It is based on 15 servings. 
    Servings: This recipe should yield 15 servings.
    Quick and easy dairy free chocolate truffle alternative.
    Serving: 1truffle | Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Comments

    1. Lori says

      February 18, 2022 at 1:45 pm

      5 stars
      These are such a treat!!! They are the perfect healthier alternative. SO rich and creamy.

      Reply
      • Allianna Moximchalk says

        February 18, 2022 at 1:56 pm

        The best treat .. thanks for your review!

        Reply

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