hello friends! happy Friday!
this time of year is special in so many ways for us. one way it is so special is from all the wonderful memories we remember and reflect on. especially thinking of the memories we shared in the kitchen with our family. all the smells we grew up with.
today’s recipe was inspired by our love of ‘spice’ fall foods. not hot spice like a pepper but spice in terms of allspice, cloves and molasses. yes molasses. we never have shared a molasses recipe before but we do enjoy the flavor of molasses. and for some reason during the cold months we tend to enjoy it more. we know molasses is not truly raw but we like use it still from time to time, though we still prefer yacon syrup and maple syrup the best.
making raw truffles style dough balls was also on our mind when thinking of today’s recipe.
the mesquite powder we added to these raw rounds adds in a nice depth of flavor. and using hazelnuts and coconut flakes makes them naturally gluten-free. these rounds or truffles as we like to call them are super easy to make and can be done with any spices of your liking!
the carob coating was something we decided on while we were making these spice dough balls. we wanted a thin coating to just accent the flavor more. and carob is what first came to mind. we just have an obsession with carob you could say as well.
pure2raw recipe: spice molasses rounds (raw, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free)
prep-time: 5 minutes
bake-time: none
makes 11 rounds (we used a 3/4oz cookie scooper for our rounds)
tools needed: food processor or blender
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup raw whole hazelnuts (or any nut)
- 1/2 cup raw coconut flakes (or a nut meal – ground nut flour)
- pinch sea salt
- 1 tablespoon mesquite (carob or cocoa would be fine)
- 2 tablespoons molasses (or maple syrup or yacon syrup)
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1-2 medjool dates (pitted)
Directions:
Place hazelnuts, coconut flakes, mesquite, spices and sea salt into food processor and pulse to combine.
Next add in your pitted dates and molasses. Pulse till everything comes together. Depending on the size of your dates you might have to add a few more, till the batter starts holding together. *we let our dates soak for a minute or two before placing them into food processor to help them process better
Once batter is all done you can begin scooping into little balls. We used a 3/4 oz cookie scooper to make our rounds.
Place rounds onto a plate while you make your sauce for the glaze for the outside coating.
pure2raw recipe: Carob Glaze
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, liquid
- 3 tablespoons raw lucuma powder (or may use confectioner sugar)
- 2 tablespoon raw carob powder
Directions:
Place all ingredients into a bowl and whisk together. Make sure the carob glaze is well mixed before dipping.
Take your spice rounds and begin to dip into your carob glaze. *we went around twice and dipped our twice, but that is not necessary
Place your carob glazed coated spice rounds onto a plate to set. When the carob glaze will get hard in a few minutes.
raw spice dough rounds setting after getting dipped into the carob glaze
now these my friends are a super easy and fun healthy dessert that you can (and should) enjoy this holiday season! we plan to enjoy these again and again.
gluten-free raw and vegan holiday spice truffles never tasted so good
warning these truffles can be addicting. why not devour them? who could say no to a truffle, right? we sure can not obviously
the texture in the inside was soft and moist. now these are not your average creamy truffle inside, not only are these raw but they are almost cake like dough balls just covered in a glaze. but using the name truffles sound more classy doesn’t?
these truffles were so flavorful too from the hint of allspice to the carob coating.
it is like an explosion of flavor in your mouth!
twins question: what reminds you of the holiday season? do you like the spices cloves, ginger, allspice, nutmeg? any other molasses fans out there?
till next time,
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What a fun and simple Christmas treat! I have to try this out, because I can’t wait to share it with others!
Liz @ Southern Charm recently posted..Meatball & Goat Cheese Bake
These look amazing – there are being added to my baking list immediately.
I simmer a pot of water with spices (cloves, nutmeg, pumpkin pie spices, whatever smells good!) and apples or oranges – makes the whole house smell like Christmas!
Heather @ Better With Veggies recently posted..Guest Post: Making an Easy Dinner That Fits Your Caloric Needs
Heather that sounds like a great idea we will have to do that as well!
I am such a spice girl…hot and the cinnamon, ginger kind of spice! These sound perfect for the holidays! I love little treats like this especially for get togethers! They look delicious! I hope you both have an incredible weekend ladies.
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thanks Sarena same to you! and yay for another spice girl out there
HUGS
Looks delicious! Weekend project!
Rebecca @ Naturally Healthy and Gorgeous recently posted..Maybe she’s born with it….maybe it’s….full of toxins?
Okay, these would be great for a pre-workout snack. I’ll have to make that happen soon, especially since it’s all about spices during this time of the season! Have a wonderful day you beautiful ladies and thanks for always sharing the best!
Lara @ beingLA recently posted..A Guilt-Free Holiday Cake
I love all of those holiday spices! Love how simple these truffles are to make, too– I think I have all the ingredients on hand already! (except Lucuma powder… still need to try that!)
Thanks for sharing!!
Megan @ The Detoxinista recently posted..Cultured Almond Yogurt
Thanks Megan and how yes you must try lucuma I think you will like it!
Omgosh those look amazing!!!! Must try it when I get back from a work trip. Wish I could make them right now, right now!
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These look fantastic – perfect for the holiday season! I’m a big fan of ‘warming’ spices in the winter, and molasses too! I’ve been using a little molasses to sweeten my coffee lately, I love it.
Rachel @ Eat, Learn, Discover! recently posted..Right Start December!
You had me hooked when you said they were like dough balls! YUMM! And I love the spice added in here. Great for warming you up
What a gorgeous treat! I would love to receive a box of these- such a great gift! Sorry I haven’t been commenting…your posts still aren’t showing up in my reader- silly reader!
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No worries Erica, we are still working on what happened with our reader feed.
I just love fall spices (and pumpkin!), and I love that raw desserts come together so quickly and easily. These are definitely in the running as a raw vegan replacement for Oreo balls that my family is often caught devouring during the holidays!
Kaitlyn@TheTieDyeFiles recently posted..How Do You Take Your Pizza?
Awesome Kaitlyn
I’m so glad you included all of the substitution options! I think I can make these!
Liz @ iheartvegetables recently posted..Frosting Over Mistakes
I have been reading your lovely blog for a bit now but have never commented! Madness I know
Anyway, these look rather fabulous! This is such a great recipe for the holidays not too complicated! Thank you for posting this!
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Thank you Tessa for commenting
Glad you enjoyed the recipe!
YUM! I love all the pumpkin spice seasonings….reminds me of the holidays, too!
Alex@Spoonful of Sugar Free recently posted..Grain-Free Pumpkin Pie Bars with Creamy Frosting
OOooh! I love carob! Your balls look great hehe
Hi, what could you use instead of lucuma powder and the confectioner sugar?
I have all the other ingredients. Sounds good. I would use raw cacao powder because I dont have raw carob.
I’m intrigued!
esmemerrie recently posted..The Four Hour Body?
LOVE molasses, and am totally loving the carob glaze you guys have come up with, genius!
Lou recently posted..#3
Yummy! This look delicious! I am a molasses fan for sure!!!
Lauren recently posted..Time For Catch Up
Oooh, yummy! I’m out of a few ingredients but hopefully after I stock up this will be on my list to make. Even with the carob glaze!
hihorosie recently posted..Thoughtful Thursday
I made these for a potluck this weekend and they were a hit. I called them Gingerbread Truffles because they had a gingerbread kind of taste to them, and everybody loved them. Thanks for the holiday inspiration!
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Rachel so glad to hear it!!
these truffles are right up my alley! I love the glaze – YUM! and anything with spice makes me swoon
Looks terrific! Making it!
Um wow! These look incredible. Seriously cute, simple looking, and perfect. I love the spice blend and that they are raw! I’m going to be trying these ones out soon.
How did you dip the balls into the glaze? Toothpick? Fingers? Any tips?
Lori we just dipped in a bowl of chocolate and used our fingers, very high end over haha
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