Pistachio Ferrero Rocher – Vegan Chocolate Truffles Recipe
These Pistachio Ferrero Rocher Vegan Chocolate Truffles are a delightful, plant-based twist on the classic treat. Made with toasted pistachios, sweet dates, and rich cocoa powder, these truffles are naturally sweetened and irresistibly creamy. Perfect for a healthy indulgence or a thoughtful homemade gift.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
For the Paste
- 100 g pistachios, shelled
- 100 g dates, pitted
- 4 tbsp neutral oil (peanut oil or sunflower oil)
- 10 g cocoa powder (about 2 tbsp)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
For Garnish
- 50 g pistachios, shelled
- Additional cocoa powder for rolling
Instructions
- Toast Pistachios: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Spread the shelled pistachios on a baking tray and toast them for 4 minutes. After toasting, separate 100 g for the paste and reserve 50 g for garnish.
- Boil Dates: Place the pitted dates in boiling water for about 5 minutes to soften them. Drain the water completely and discard it.
- Prepare Garnish Nuts: Using a food processor or high-powered blender, pulse the reserved 50 g of pistachios into small, coarse pieces. Set aside for later use as garnish.
- Make Pistachio Paste: Blend the 100 g of toasted pistachios with 4 tablespoons of neutral oil in a food processor or blender. Blend for about 5 minutes until a smooth paste forms. If using a blender, blend on low speed and scrape the sides regularly with a spatula.
- Add Cocoa and Sugar: Add the cocoa powder and optional brown sugar to the pistachio paste. Blend again until well combined.
- Incorporate Boiled Dates: Add the cooled, boiled dates to the mixture and blend on low speed just until incorporated. Avoid over-blending, as the mix is thick.
- Chill the Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
- Form the Truffles: After chilling, roll the mixture into small balls by gently rubbing between your palms.
- Garnish the Truffles: Roll the truffle balls in the ground pistachios or cocoa powder to coat them evenly.
- Store and Serve: Place the finished truffles in a sealed container and keep them refrigerated for up to one week. Enjoy your vegan pistachio chocolate treats!
Notes
- For best results, ensure the dates are fully pitted and of good quality for natural sweetness.
- You can substitute brown sugar with maple syrup or another sweetener if preferred.
- Use a neutral oil to keep the flavors balanced, but mild olive oil can work as an alternative.
- These truffles should be kept refrigerated to maintain firmness and freshness.
- Feel free to experiment with rolling coatings, such as shredded coconut or chopped nuts for variety.
Keywords: Vegan chocolate truffles, pistachio truffles, healthy chocolate dessert, date sweetened sweets, homemade vegan treats
