Hey there, chocolate lovers!
If you have a sweet tooth but want to keep things light, I’ve got the perfect treat for you.
Today, I’m excited to share my recipe for low-calorie chocolate truffles.
They’re rich, creamy, and guilt-free!
Best part? You can whip them up in no time.
Let’s indulge without the worry!
Ingredient Substitutions
Low calorie condensed milk can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a protein-rich alternative. Use the same amount of Greek yogurt and add a touch more sweetener to balance the tanginess. Unsweetened cocoa powder can be substituted with carob powder for a caffeine-free option with a similar chocolatey flavor. Use a 1:1 ratio, but note that carob is slightly sweeter than cocoa. Low fat almond milk can be swapped with any other plant-based milk such as oat, soy, or coconut milk. Choose unsweetened varieties to maintain control over the overall sweetness of the truffles. Adjust the cornstarch quantity if using a thicker milk alternative to achieve the desired consistency.
Preparation Time | 20-30 minutes |
Cooking Time | 10-15 minutes |
Total Time | 130-145 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):
- Calories: 250-300
- Protein: 5-7 g
- Fat: 5-8 g
- Carbohydrates: 50-55 g
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup low calorie condensed milk
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup low fat almond milk
- 4 teaspoons sweetener
- A few drops vanilla essence
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Step 1: Prepare the Low Calorie Condensed Milk
In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of low-fat almond milk, 4 teaspoons of sweetener, and a few drops of vanilla essence.
Cook this mixture over medium heat.
While the milk mixture is heating, create a slurry by mixing 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water in a separate bowl.
Step 2: Thicken the Condensed Milk
Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the milk mixture, while whisking continuously to prevent any lumps from forming.
Continue cooking and whisking until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
Once thickened, allow the condensed milk to cool completely before proceeding to the next step.
Step 3: Prepare the Chocolate Mixture
Gradually add 5 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder to the cooled condensed milk, stirring well until a thick paste forms.
You may adjust the amount of cocoa powder to achieve your preferred chocolate flavor.
Once the paste is ready, transfer it onto a piece of cling film and flatten it slightly.
Wrap the mixture tightly in the cling film and refrigerate for 2 hours to firm up.
Step 4: Form the Truffles
After the chocolate mixture has chilled and firmed up, dust some cocoa powder on a clean surface to prevent sticking.
Grease your hands lightly to make handling the mixture easier.
Take small portions of the chilled mixture and roll them into balls.
Roll each ball in the cocoa powder to coat them evenly, adding a rich outer layer of chocolate.
Step 5: Finish and Enjoy
Continue rolling the mixture into balls until all the chocolate paste has been used.
This recipe should yield around 14 delicious truffles.
Enjoy these low-calorie chocolate treats as a guilt-free indulgence!