Low Sodium Decadent Chocolate Balls
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Sodium Decadent Chocolate Balls, a healthier spin on a classic confection that's perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a mindful treat. This recipe combines velvety 70% dark chocolate, rich heavy cream, and a touch of pure maple syrup for natural sweetness, creating luscious truffle-like bites without compromising on flavor. Coated in a mix of unsweetened cocoa powder and almond flour and topped with crunchy unsalted almonds, these bite-sized delights are low in sodium yet irresistibly indulgent. With just 30 minutes of prep and chilling time, they’re a quick and effortless dessert that’s ideal for parties, gifts, or personal cravings. Nutritious, decadent, and easy to make, these chocolate balls check all the boxes for a healthier treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 milliliters Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 30 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 50 grams Almond flour
- 2 tablespoons Pure maple syrup
- 50 grams Chopped unsalted almonds
Instructions
Begin by finely chopping the dark chocolate and placing it in a heat-proof bowl.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add in the heavy cream and heat until just simmering, stirring occasionally.
Pour the hot cream and butter mixture over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for a minute to soften, then add the vanilla extract and stir until smooth and glossy.
Add the maple syrup to the chocolate mixture and mix well until fully incorporated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the chocolate mixture for about 1 hour or until the mixture is firm enough to handle.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the unsweetened cocoa powder and almond flour. This will be used to coat the chocolate balls.
Once the chocolate mixture has firmed up, use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop out approximately 1-inch portions.
With lightly moistened hands, roll each portion into a smooth ball.
Roll each chocolate ball in the cocoa powder and almond flour mixture until fully coated.
For added texture, gently press a few chopped unsalted almonds onto each chocolate ball.
Transfer the chocolate balls to a plate and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a delightful, low-sodium chocolate treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.9 g | 273% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.1 g | 490% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 171 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 75 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.7 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.0 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.3 g | ||
| Protein | 45.3 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 472 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 35.4 mg | 197% | |
| Potassium | 2491 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
