Desserts
Chestnut Truffle Bars
Recipe by Nutritiously Naughty
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Chestnuts are so underrated!
When mixed with chocolate they have such a moreish taste. This no-bake recipe is so simple to follow, making it a great Christmas treat for the whole family
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Allergies
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Contains Tree Nuts
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This dish contains the following allergens: Tree Nuts
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For the base
- 160g gluten free oats
- 100g ground almonds
- 60ml maple syrup
- 45g melted coconut oil
- 40g cacao powder
For the truffle layer
- 200g chestnut puree
- 60ml maple syrup
- 25g cacao powder
- 80g melted coconut oil
- A pinch salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the drizzle
- 50g melted cacao butter or coconut oil
- 15ml maple syrup
- 16g cacao powder
- dried cranberries & cacao nibs (optional)
Utensils
- Fridge
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Step 1
Line a square brownie tin with baking paper (I use springform ones)
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Step 2
Combine the ingredients for the base and press into the lined tin, place in the fridge
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Step 3
Add all the truffle layer ingredients to your blender cup and pulse until smooth
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Step 4
Spread the chestnut mixture over the base and place back in the fridge for 2hrs
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Step 5
Stir the melted cacao butter, maple syrup and cacao powder together until smooth, leave it to one side to thicken for a few minutes
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Step 6
Cut the set mixture into bars
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Step 7
Drizzle over the chocolate topping, then top with the cranberries and cacao nibs, if using
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Step 8
Keep the bars in the fridge until ready to serve
