No-Bake Peppermint Cocoa Truffles

These fiber and healthy-fat filled holiday treats will help support great digestion and happy hormones while giving you that fudgy, low-glycemic indulgence you were looking for!

Makes: 12 rounded bites

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup smooth almond butter, unsweetened

  • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed

  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder

  • 2 tbsp coconut flakes

  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

  • 1/2 tsp peppermint extract

  • OPTIONAL: mini dark chocolate chips (I used Enjoy Life for dairy-free) or extra cacao powder

Instructions

  1. Blend ingredients in a food processor. Roll into balls. Option to roll in cacao powder, cacao nibs or mini chocolate chips.

  2. Freeze 15-30 minutes and serve.

  3. Store in freezer or fridge to keep fresh for weeks.

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Amy Rind, BCHN

Amy Rind is a board-certified nutrition + wellness counselor focused on helping women gain digestive and hormonal freedom through nutrition + self-care.

Whether you are dealing with imbalances from stress and aging, transitioning through perimenopause or menopause, burdened by digestive concerns or navigating more complex health issues, nourishing yourself is the foundation of healing. And I love empowering women to discover how embracing YOUR best nutrient-dense eating approach coupled with self-kindness, plant education and mindful lifestyle can dramatically change the course of your life.

Together, let’s take back your hormones… and your life.