Healthy Chocolate Truffles

By Crissie Mergogey

Ingredients

• 1 lb. pitted medjool dates (the softer the better)
• 1/3 cup cacao powder
• 1/4 cup almonds
• 1/4 cup oats
• Shredded coconut, cacao powder, or almond meal for rolling

Directions

1. Blend the dates, cacao power, almonds, and oats in a food processor until  well combined and a thick dough is formed.
2. Roll the dough into 1 to 2-inch balls.
3. Roll the ball through the shredded coconut, cacao powder, or almond meal to coat the surface.
4. Eat immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to a week.