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This is a re-post from a while back because I recently made these and had a bunch of requests for the recipe. Enjoy!

I’m always looking for healthy recipes especially when it comes to treats.

I finally tried the Pecan Butter Chocolate Truffle recipe from “Run Fast. Eat Slow.” by Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky. I’ve had this cookbook for over a year, and out of the ten recipes I flagged, I’ve only tried three …until now.

These truffles were a huge hit with everyone who tried them. Yay! I regret not making a double batch because I didn’t have enough to share with everyone, but no worries, they are easy enough to make again real soon! I hesitated to tell people they were healthy because I didn’t want to influence their opinions, but as it turned out, it didn’t matter, everyone loved them! I wish I could take credit for developing the recipe, but I didn’t, I just followed it. Thanks to Shalane and Elyse for this healthy treat!

Pecan Butter Chocolate Truffles With Sea Salt

2018-03-07 10:27:49

Yields 18

A super simple sweet treat that is free of refined sugar, vegan friendly and gluten-free.

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134 calories

13 g

0 g

10 g

1 g

2 g

29 g

131 g

11 g

0 g

7 g

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

29g

Yields

18

Amount Per Serving

Calories 134

Calories from Fat 81

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g

15%

Saturated Fat 2g

10%

Trans Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 5g

Cholesterol 0mg

0%

Sodium 131mg

5%

Total Carbohydrates 13g

4%

Dietary Fiber 2g

9%

Sugars 11g

Protein 1g

Vitamin A

1%

Vitamin C

0%

Calcium

2%

Iron

3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Pecan Butter

1. 2 cups pecans
2. 10 Deglet dates, pitted
3. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Chocolate coating

1. 2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil
2. 3 tablespoons maple syrup
3. 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
4. 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2. To make the pecan butter: Spread the pecans out on a baking sheet and roast in the center of the oven for 8 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes. Allow the pecans to cool completely.
3. 3. In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the pecan, dates and cinnamon. Pulse or blend on high until smooth, stopping as needed to scrape underneath the blade. (Do not overprocess-you want the pecan butter to be thick.) Transfer to a small bowl.
4. 4. Use your hands to roll the pecan-butter into bite-size balls. (If the nut butter is warm or liquid-y, chill it in the fridge to make it easier to handle.) Place the balls on the baking sheet.
5. 5. To make the coating: Place the oil in a small microwaveable bowl and microwave in increments of 10 seconds, stirring in between, until almost completely melted. ( Alternatively, the oil can be melted in a small saucepan over low heat.) Stir in the maple syrup and cocoa powder until smooth.
6. 6. Drop one ball at a time in the chocolate coating, use a fork to lift out, and return to the baking sheet. Continue with the remaining balls. Top each truffle with a pinch of the salt.
7. 7. Place baking sheet in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes or until ready to serve. Use a spatula to transfer to a serving plate.
8. 8. Store leftovers in an airtight container, lined with parchment paper, in the fridge for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Notes

1. I recommend making a double batch to share with friends or freeze for later.

By Shalane Flanagan & Elyse Kopecky

Adapted from Run Fast. Eat Slow.

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calories

134

fat

10g

protein

1g

carbs

13g

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Key ingredients and their benefits:

Pecans

• Heart healthy.
• Improves digestion: Fiber-packed.
• Helps weight-loss. Nuts help you feel full and increase metabolism. Also very rich in riboflavin, niacin, thiamin, pantothenic acid, vitamin B-6 and folate.
• Decrease risk of certain cancers. 
• Anti-inflammatory benefits.
• Boosts immunity. A rich source of manganese, a powerful antioxidant which protects cells from free-radical damage, boosting immunity.
• Prevents skin damage.
• Anti-aging benefits. Contains ellagic acid, vitamin A and vitamin E which fight the free radicals responsible for premature aging of the skin.
• Stimulates hair growth and prevents hair loss.

For more on the benefits of pecans see Dr Axe’s website. Dr. Axe is a doctor of natural medicine and a clinical nutritionist.

Cinnamon 

• High in anti-oxidants.
• Anti-inflammatory properties.
• Helps fight diabetes.
• Protects brain function.
• Protects dental health and freshens breath naturally.
• Benefits skin health.
• Can be used to sweeten recipes without added sugar.
• Natural food preservative.

Dr Axe on the benefits of cinnamon.

Coconut oil

• Treat UTI’s, kidney infections and protects the liver.
• Improves energy and endurance. Triathletes use it for fuel during training. Mix one tablespoon each of coconut oil, raw honey and chia seeds. Consume 30 minutes prior to exercise.
• Reduces stomach ulcers and ulcerative colitis.
• Reduces symptoms of Gallbladder disease and pancreatitis.
• Prevents gum disease and tooth decay. The oil binds with bacteria and washes it away. Swish oil in mouth 3 times a week for 20 minutes a day to heal and repair gums.
• Prevents osteoporosis.
• Balances hormones.

Dr, Axe on the benefits of coconut oil.

Dates  

• Treat and relieve constipation. (If you’re a runner this is not really and issue.)
• Natural energy booster.
• Natural sweetener.
• Boosts bone health.

I hope you like these truffles as much we did. 

If you try this recipe let me know what you think.

Do you have a healthy treat you want to share? Leave it in the comments below. 

Thanks for stopping by!

Keep running!

Denise

Remember, I am not a nutritionist, dietician, health coach, etc. I am sharing from what I have read and researched and share what I believe to be from credible sources.