During my News Channel 8 appearance, I show Gayle Guyardo how to make my favorite Coconut Cacao Truffles! This is a treat that satisfies your sweet tooth and fuels your metabolism! 

Believe it or not, this chocolatey dessert is made with avocado! This means you can enjoy a sweet treat while also consuming healthy fats. This goes to show that you don't need to stop eating the things you love while on your journey to health, you should embrace them!

Ingredients 

2/3 cup mashed avocado (about 1 large)

1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder

1 teaspoon almond extract (omit if you want straight chocolate) 

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

2/3 cup carob chips

1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes 

Directions 

1. Blend the avocado in a food processor until it is very smooth. Add the cacao powder, optional almond extract, and vanilla extract and blend until well combined.

2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, microwave the carob chips for about 1 minute, stirring every 20 seconds, until melted. Add the avocado mixture to the bowl of melted carob and stir until thoroughly combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours. 

3. Line a cookie sheet with waxed paper, and place the coconut flakes in a shallow plate.

4. Using a small cookie scoop or melon baller, scoop the chilled carob mixture and roll around in your hands to create even balls. Roll each ball in the coconut flakes and place on the prepared cookie sheet.

5. Refrigerate until ready to serve. 2 truffles is a serving of healthy fat.

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