Taking the step into creating another Youtube channel was a challenging decision — since I've already owned a Youtube channel in English... but I really missed talking in my native language. And although I hesitated for a while — not because I didn't want to but for all the time it takes cooking, styling, filming, and editing while having my little one starting school. It just wasn't enough time for me to make my wish come true! But after she started school I found myself having a bit extra time — although time is still a challenge — I decided to go back on making videos but this time not only in English but in Spanish too. There I'm still in the process of learning how to film and edit videos so I hope you excuse any hiccups along the way and if you have any advice I would love to hear it too.
I wanted to make a video recipe about these "Oats, Cocoa & Cranberries Truffles Recipe" — we do make these truffles at home all the time and I thought it would be a good idea to show you my process on how I make them and store them — and how uncomplicated and delicious can be "implementing" "natural ingredients" in our everyday cooking routine. I just love how effortless but also rich in flavor these sweet healthy treats are!
Here I'm using Oats, 100% Dark Cocoa powder but you can substitute for Cacao powder. Also, I'm using dried cranberries but if you're unable to get Cranberries you can use Raisins or Sultanas instead.
There are lots of combinations you can make using some basic ingredients! We have made lots of different flavor combinations but this one is by far our favorite...the fusion between cocoa and cranberries is just too delicious.😊
And so I leave you with this indulgent, natural recipe using some fantastic, humble ingredients such as "Oats" to create these delicious truffles that are great for lunchboxes and as energy bites with lots of fiber, protein, and the right amount of sweetness! Oh, and the video of course! 🎥
And if you make this recipe or want to say hi! You can always find me on Instagram I post there often and I leave you the link below.👇
Big hugs, 💗
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OATS, COCOA & CRANBERRIES TRUFFLES RECIPE (Child-Friendly) (Gluten-free)Make 20-25
1/2 C. Quick Oats or Rolled Oats
1/2 C. Ground Almond
1/2 C. Desiccated Coconut
1/3 C. 100 % Dark Cocoa Powder or Susbtitute for Cacao
1 C. Dates previously soaked in hot water for 30 minutes
1/4 C. Cranberries
1 Tbsp. Extra Virgen Coconut Oil
3 Tbsp. or To Taste Brown Rice Syrup or Susbtitute for Honey, Agave or Maple Syrup
Pinch of Himalayan Salt or Sea Salt (optional)
*Desiccated coconut for coating (optional)
Preparation:
1- In a food processor add oats, ground almonds, desiccated coconut, cocoa powder, desiccated coconut, almond meal, drained dates, coconut oil, rice syrup. Then pulse everything together into a paste.
2- Make small balls by rolling paste with your hands. Roll some of them in desiccated coconut and leave some without coating. Store in the fridge and enjoy your natural healthy treat!
These truffles are perfect for lunchboxes and as energy bites with lots of fiber, protein, and the right amount of sweetness.