July 24, 2015 |

Energy Truffles

Dietitian and author Frances Largeman Roth makes one of her favorite nutrient-rich treats: energy truffles.

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Dietitian and author Frances Largeman Roth makes one of her favorite nutrient-rich treats: energy truffles. This recipes uses sunflower butter, which is a completely nut-free option that can be used instead of peanut or other nut butters. Energy truffles are a wonderful and healthy protein alternative to snacks laden with sugar such as granola or candy bars.

½ cup puffed millet
1 cup puffed rice
⅓ cup semisweet chocolate chips (or carob chips)
⅓ cup sunflower butter, at room temperature
½ cup pure maple syrup
¾ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
½ cup sesame seeds

In a large bowl, toss together the puffed millet, puffed rice, and sesame seeds. Add the chocolate chips. Stir in the sunflower butter and maple syrup. You should have a nice sticky mess at this point! Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Place the coconut in a small bowl. Using a tablespoon, scoop the mixture and form it into 1-inch balls with your hands. Roll the balls in coconut and transfer to a container. You can store the truffles in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer in a zip-top freezer bag for up to 1 month. Makes about 25 truffles