If you’re looking for a last-minute gift, these brownie truffles balls are just the thing. They’re quick and easy to make, require no baking, and come together in around 30 minutes. Even better, they’re made with simple, wholesome ingredients, taste absolutely delicious, and look beautiful packaged up for gifting. There’s nothing nicer — or more thoughtful — than a tasty homemade gift. Whether it’s for a teacher, neighbour, friend, or as a little thank-you, edible gifts always feel extra special because they’re made with time, care, and love.
Why You’ll Love These Brownie Truffle Balls
- Ready in just 30 minutes
- No-bake and fuss-free
- Made with healthier ingredients
- Rich, chocolatey, and totally delicious
- Perfect for gifting or keeping as a treat
They’re ideal for popping into little gift bags or jars, tying with a ribbon, and sharing with someone special. I love having a batch ready in the fridge during the festive season — they’re perfect when you need a quick treat or an easy gift on the go. Another quick and easy gift are my no bake crispy cups!
Whether you’re gifting them or keeping a few for yourself (no judgement!), they’re a little reminder that thoughtful doesn’t have to mean complicated.
Don’t forget to tag @littleloucookies with all your edible gifts, bakes, and makes — it truly makes my day seeing them and sharing in your festive creations.
Brownie truffle balls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried dates – 20 approx or Medjool dates, pitted
- 2 tbsp oat flour or ground almonds I blended oats in my smoothie blender
- 2 tbsp nut butter I used almond, peanut butter, cashew or biscoff, tinned caramel or tahini as a nut butter alternative
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp neutral oil or melted coconut oil
- 1.5 tbsp cocoa powder**
- 1 tsp vanilla extract**
- Pinch salt
- -Change the flavour add zest of one orange some peppermint flavouring or 1 tbsp freeze dried raspberry powder
- To coat
- 200 g white chocolate melted** 2 bars
- 200 g milk chocolate melted** (2 bars
Instructions
- If using dried dates, soak them in boiling water for 10 minutes, then drain and discard the water – to get them nice and soft. Then add them to the blender along with the other ingredients. Blend until nice and smooth. (If using medjool dates add them straight to the blender)
- Divide into 12 equal balls
- Chill in the freezer or fridge for 10 minutes.
- Melt both the milk and white chocolate gently in the microwave or in a bowl over simmering water. Then coat each ball with chocolate, drizzle the tops with the extra chocolate. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Note: there will be left over melted chocolate, mix together, add in some rice krispies and make some krispy cup teats.
- Storage: Good for 5 days in the fridge or air tight container in the cupboard.
- Gifting: Place in suitable gift boxes or bags, add a festive ribbon and gift tag with a message for a personal touch.
