Alpha Gal Friendly Coconut Butter Carob Truffles
Rich, fudgy, and spiced with warm Ceylon cinnamon and ginger, these little truffles taste indulgent without a single ingredient that could trigger an alpha-gal reaction. Every component here is entirely plant-based — coconut butter, coconut oil, carob powder, and honey — so there's no mammalian meat, dairy, or gelatin hiding anywhere in the mix. Carob steps in beautifully where chocolate would normally go, delivering a deep, slightly sweet, earthy flavor that pairs perfectly with the natural creaminess of coconut manna. The spice blend keeps things interesting, and rolling each truffle in either more carob powder or shredded coconut gives you two distinct finishes to play with. The process is straightforward: stir, chill, roll, and coat — no special equipment needed beyond a mixing bowl and your hands. They firm up quickly in the fridge and keep for a full week, making them a great make-ahead treat for whenever a chocolate-style craving hits. Whether you're navigating a new diagnosis or just cooking for someone who is, these are the kind of sweet bites that make the whole thing feel a lot less limiting.
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16 servings
For the truffles
- 1 cup coconut butter (also sold as coconut manna), softened
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp carob powder
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
For rolling
- 3 tbsp carob powder
- 3 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- 1
If the coconut butter is solid, set the jar in a small saucepan of warm water over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is fully softened and pourable, about 5 minutes. Measure 1 cup into a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the melted coconut oil, honey, 2 tbsp carob powder, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, vanilla powder, and sea salt to the bowl. Stir until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform with no streaks.
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