Decadent Chocolate Mint Truffles

Ingredients

• 147 grams Pitted Dates (packed)
• 31/2 cups (just boiled)
• 29 grams/ 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
• 2 drops Peppermint Extract
• 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
• 80 grams Organic Dark Chocolate Chips
• 2 grams Sea Salt (large flakes, for topping)

Method

1. Add the dates to a medium-sized bowl and cover with just-boiled hot water. Let them sit for 8 to 10 minutes. 
2. Drain the dates and add to a blender or food processor along with cocoa powder, peppermint extract and coconut oil. Process until the mixture comes together.
3. Remove the chocolate mixture and scoop into rough teaspoon-sized balls. Don't roll them with your hands just yet as they will be too oily. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and put them in the freezer to set for about 8 to 10 minutes.
4. In a small bowl, add the chocolate chips and microwave on high for 30 to 45-second intervals until melted. Stir with a spoon to fully combine.
5. Remove the truffles from the freezer and use your hands to smooth them into balls. Take each ball and roll into melted chocolate with a spoon and then place them back on the baking sheet. Top with flaky sea salt and let them sit for 5 to 10 minutes to set or place in the fridge to set faster. Enjoy!

* I used Orange oil as alternative to Peppermint and they also taste great!