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February 15, 2012 33 Comments

Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Chocolate Truffles (healthier)



Before I start, wasn’t Adele just amazingggggggggggg last night at the Grammys?  I love her!

For the longest time I was intimidated to make truffles at home, but after watching my favorite chef, Ina Garten, on The Barefoot Contessa, the entire process was made a lot easier.

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I decided to work on a recipe where I used more healthy fats, such as peanut butter.  I also wanted that cookie dough flavor, and so I added a little butter, and other goodies.DSC_0344
This recipe is an original and contains only 2 tablespoons of butter which is pretty decent compared to the usual stick or more.  By no means am I claiming my version is super healthy, but it is much lower in fat compared to the real deal.DSC_0313
My husband loved these so much and rated them before I could even ask.  He described these as moist, gooey, cookie doughy, and just perfect.  He ate all the leftovers and then asked me to make them again.  I will, I will.

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My friend, Jhiane, said they tasted amazing and looked very professional, however she would have preferred Milk Chocolate over Dark Chocolate.  Personally, my preference is dark chocolate, but for those of you who prefer even sweeter desserts, you can use Milk.DSC_0340
And now the best part about these truffles, there is barely any prep work involved, and they are no bake, as all truffles usually are.DSC_0321
So what are you waiting for, make these delicious truffles for your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day!  DSC_0361
They’ll love you for it.DSC_0331

NUTRITION:
Peanut Butter is an excellent source of Protein, however since it is high in fat (good fats), it must be eaten in moderation.  Although high in fat, Bittersweet Dark & Semisweet Chocolate are good for you and contain Antioxidants – the darker, the better for you.  Whole Wheat Pastry Flour is a good source of Protein and Fiber.



MODIFICATIONS I MADE:
  • an original recipe that contains much less saturated fat than other Peanut Butter Chocolate Truffles.

APPROXIMATE NUTRITION PER SERVING
(yields 17 truffles)
  • Calories: 149 cals
  • Fat: 9.8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.2 g
  • Carbs: 19 g
  • Protein: 2.5 g
  • Fiber: 1 g

PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE DOUGH CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES (REDUCED FAT) 
~ yields 17 truffles

INGREDIENTS:

for the dough:

  • Unsalted Butter – 2 tbsp  (room temperature)
  • Peanut Butter & Company’s The Bees Knees – 1/2 cup  (or use your favorite all natural brand)
  • Brown Sugar – 1/4 cup
  • White Sugar – 2 tbsp
  • Milk 1% Low Fat – 1 tbsp
  • Vanilla Extract – 1 tsp
  • Whole Wheat Pastry Flour – 1/4 cup
for the chocolate (you can use Milk Chocolate as well, or any combination you want):
  • Ghirardelli Bittersweet Chocolate Chips – 2/3 cup
  • Ghirardelli Semisweet Chocolate Chips – 1/3 cup


DIRECTIONS:
1. Start by combining the peanut butter and butter in a mixing bowl. IMG_4904 

2. Blend until smooth and creamy.IMG_4907
3. Add the brown sugar and white sugar.
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4. Combine until well incorporated.  IMG_4914
5. Add milk and vanilla extract.  Combine.  IMG_4915
6. Add the whole wheat pastry flour.  IMG_4920
7. Combine and this is what you should have.IMG_4924
8. Now shape the dough into balls and place them on parchment paper.  Place them in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes so they firm up.IMG_4928
9. In the meantime, setup a double boiler on low-medium heat with 1 cup of chocolate chips (I used 2/3 cup bittersweet and 1/3 cup semisweet).
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10. Add a dough ball to the melted chocolate.IMG_4938
11. Coat the ball well.IMG_4940
12. Set the truffle on parchment paper.IMG_4942
13. Once they are all done, wait for them to harden.IMG_4945
14. This is what you should have in about 10-15 minutes.  I then placed the truffles in the refrigerator for about 1/2 hour.;IMG_4963
15. So good, and easy to make for Valentine’s Day!!!!!!DSC_0327

OVERALL RATING: 5 / 5
These Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Chocolate Truffles are seriously good.  You will NOT be disappointed.  If you want to reduce the fat even further, go ahead and lower the butter by 1 tablespoon, or simply remove all the butter.  This will definitely affect the taste and texture slightly, but I’m sure it will still taste good.  I strongly suggest using a good quality peanut butter that you love, however be careful with the level of sweetness since most peanut butters are already pretty sweetened. In addition, if you use a peanut butter without any sugar, then you will most likely need to add additional sugar to this recipe.  

The truffles are super moist, gooey, peanut buttery, chocolate-y, in short, they are unbelievably good.  These babies will melt on your fingers if you leave them outside too long, so I suggest placing them back in the refrigerator if you have leftovers.  I’d love some feedback if you make these. 
 

TELL ME:
Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day or do you think it’s just a marketing scam?  If you are celebrating, are you making anything at home?

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  1. Mandy says

    February 13, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    Those look delicious! I was thinking about surprising my Mr. with a feast of sweet treats on Valentine's day when he gets off work. Definitely adding this recipe to the list!

    Mandy
    Kini Style & The Klury Report

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  2. Josie says

    February 13, 2012 at 7:01 AM

    DYING. These look amazing — I have such a weakness for peanut butter.
    xo Josie
    http://www.winksmilestyle.com

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  3. Khushboo says

    February 13, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    Oh lord…these sound insane! Cookie dough + peanut butter are 2 of my weaknesses! I am celebrating valentine's day with some of my fellow single friends- we are going for a nice dinner out which I'm looking forward to!

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  4. Parita @ myinnershakti says

    February 13, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    Oh wow! You've outdone yourself! These look fabulous…chocolate + PB is the ultimate food combo. Vishnu and I "celebrated" this weekend, but not really because he sees V Day as a Hallmark holiday. As he likes to say, "every day should be a celebration of our love." πŸ™‚

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  5. Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says

    February 13, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    I love making truffles! They are so easy to make and always a crowd please.

    And yes, Adele was incredible! πŸ™‚

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  6. molliee says

    February 13, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    i need these in my life immediately

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  7. nybred says

    February 13, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    YUM! these look spectacular, makes me miss home because as a college student, i cant bake as much as id want to πŸ™

    i just posted about adele this morning!! check it out: http://www.nybred.wordpress.com

    xoxo

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  8. Georgia | The Comfort of Cooking says

    February 13, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    Whoa, now those are truffles! These look so good I can practically taste them from your photos. I'm so glad to have found your blog! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. navy and orange says

    February 13, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    this sounds amazing! have to put it on my to do list!

    xoxo navy & orange

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  10. NauticalWheeler says

    February 13, 2012 at 7:55 PM

    There isn't one word of this post's title that I don't love!! lol

    From Brooklyn with love,

    Jen

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  11. Tina says

    February 13, 2012 at 9:28 PM

    These do look like a delicious indulgence-yum! I am glad you changed it to a lower fat version, but I am sure there was no sacrifice in flavor. Thanks for sharing this, well done!

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  12. suz says

    February 13, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    looks delish but is there a good substitute for whole wheat flour that won't compromise the recipe? i'm trying not to eat gluten.

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  13. Trendztime says

    February 14, 2012 at 1:58 AM

    No words to describe my joy….Thanks for sharing…

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  14. Karen says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:20 AM

    I shouldn't have looked at this while I sit here and eat steamed veggies. πŸ™‚ Must… make… truffles… *drools*

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  15. Dana says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:36 AM

    These look amazing! Do you think they would still work out fine and taste good if I made them without the pastry flour? I am gluten-free and I have eaten many delicious gluten-free peanut butter cookies.

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  16. honeywhatscooking says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:45 AM

    @suz & @Dana – For a Gluten-free option, avoid the flour all together, I really don't think it will affect the taste, however I believe the texture may be a bit stick. See photo #6 so you know what to expect. I would refrigerate the dough at this point so it is easier to work with.

    Another option is considering peanut flour, or any gluten-free flour that isn't very dominant in flavor. I'm not sure what else to recommend as I haven't really tried the gluten-free flours.

    Please let me know how this works out.

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  17. honeywhatscooking says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:46 AM

    @Karen – all things in moderation my friend, that's exactly how I eat, steamed veggies and healthy foods, and indulge on the healthier desserts. πŸ™‚ Enjoy!

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  18. honeywhatscooking says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:46 AM

    @Khushboo – your party sounds so fun, I love dinner with my girlfriends, always!

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  19. honeywhatscooking says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:47 AM

    @Tina – you're right, no sacrifice in flavor. Thanks!! πŸ™‚

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  20. honeywhatscooking says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:49 AM

    @Parita – I think Vishnu is right.. everyday should be Valentine's. I don't really celebrate it.. I may make something nice at home. πŸ™‚ Hope you make these.

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  21. honeywhatscooking says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:50 AM

    @Mandy – oooh.. let me know how they turn out and if your Mr. approves. Thanks!!!

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  22. honeywhatscooking says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:50 AM

    @Everyone – thank you so much, hope you guys try this one.

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  23. Ameena says

    February 14, 2012 at 4:08 AM

    These look delicious! I love peanut butter – too bad I have to stay away from it for now (eczema problems).

    Luckily I still have my butter…

    Happy Valentine's Day!

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  24. Fashion Meets Food says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    Wow these look amazing! I am definitely saving this recipe! xo

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  25. K says

    February 15, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    Oh YUM!!!

    my bf is diabetic, AND totally loves peanut butter, this might be something to make for him!! i will try πŸ™‚

    love K

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  26. Hannah {Culture Connoisseur} says

    February 15, 2012 at 5:19 PM

    Oh my gosh, my mouth just watered big time. These look so good. It's my favorite combo!

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  27. honeywhatscooking says

    February 16, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    @Ameena – thanks! Butter is always good, I bet you can make this without peanut butter and more butter.

    @K – Sorry to hear that.. but if he's diabetic, you may want to skip the sugar. The pb is sweetened.

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  28. Laura says

    February 19, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    I made these today! Thank you for the recipe! It was easy and fun, though they didn't turn out as nice as yours. They taste amazing! Great dessert idea!

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  29. April says

    February 20, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    I made these for my boyfriend who will eat anything that has to do with peanut butter and chocolate and he absolutely loved them! They were so easy to make; this recipe will definitely stick around our place.

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  30. honeywhatscooking says

    February 21, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    @Laura @April – Thanks guys, I'm so glad you enjoyed this recipe.

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  31. TheGloGirl says

    February 21, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    I just made these and tried one..They are so AMAZING!! Thank you for sharing this truffle recipe! It is so easy to make, i really had a great time making them..and eating them! πŸ™‚

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  32. honeywhatscooking says

    February 22, 2012 at 12:43 PM

    @GloGirl – thanks so much. So happy to hear you enjoyed them. πŸ™‚

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  33. Anonymous says

    February 26, 2012 at 1:19 AM

    Just made these, been drolling over the pic and recipe for days and.I must say they are amazing! Thanks for the recipe, yum!

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