I’ve got a recipe for you today that might become your new favorite keto treat: low carb chocolate banana truffles. These little bites of goodness are perfect for when you want something sweet but don’t want to stray from your low-carb eating plan.
They’ve got a rich chocolate flavor with a hint of banana, all wrapped up in a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The process of making these truffles is pretty relaxed. You’ll spend a little time at the stove, melting some ingredients together, but most of the work is done by your refrigerator.
After the truffle mixture chills for a few hours, you’ll roll it into balls and give them a coating of finely chopped nuts. One thing I like about this recipe is how customizable it is. If you’re not a fan of banana, you could switch out the extract for something else.
Maybe almond or orange would be good. And the nuts on the outside can be whatever you prefer or have on hand. It’s a flexible recipe that you can make your own.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Impressive to serve: These truffles look fancy, even though they’re not hard to make. If you’re having friends over or need to bring a dessert to a gathering, these would be perfect. They look like something you might buy from a fancy chocolate shop.
Rich in flavor: These truffles pack a lot of taste into a small package. The combination of chocolate and banana is classic because it just works. The rum extract adds a bit of depth to the flavor, making these truffles taste more complex than you might expect.
Easy to make: These keto chocolate banana truffles are really simple to put together. You don’t need any special skills or fancy equipment. If you can stir things in a bowl and roll dough into balls, you can make these truffles.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 8 oz Low Carb Chocolate Chips (use these chips – amazon link)
- 3/4 teaspoon Rum Extract
- 3/4 teaspoon Banana Extract (I recommend this one – amazon link)
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Finely Chopped Walnuts / Pecans
👨🍳 How To Make
Easily make these keto chocolate banana truffles:
Step 1
Add the heavy whipping cream and butter to a pan. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, and mix in the cinnamon, rum, and banana extract.
Step 2
Place the low-carb chocolate chips into a mixing bowl. Pour the hot heavy cream mixture into the bowl with the chocolate chips, and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Start stirring the mixture until the chocolate melts and everything is well combined and smooth.
Step 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours.
Step 5
Scoop out about one teaspoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the rest. Roll each one in the walnuts or pecans, and serve. Enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Experiment With Extracts and Flavorings
While the recipe calls for rum and banana extracts, don’t be afraid to experiment with other flavors. Almond extract could give a nice nutty undertone, or orange extract could create a chocolate-orange truffle reminiscent of the classic candy.
If you want to stick with the banana flavor but don’t have extract, you could try using a small amount of mashed ripe banana. Just be aware that this will add some carbs to the recipe.
2. Get Creative With Coatings
The recipe suggests rolling the truffles in chopped walnuts or pecans, which is delicious, but there are many other options to explore. You could try other nuts like almonds or macadamia nuts for different flavors and textures. Unsweetened shredded coconut can add a tropical twist.
For a simpler look, you could roll them in unsweetened cocoa powder or powdered erythritol for a snow-like effect. If you want to get fancy, you could even try dipping the chilled truffles in melted low-carb chocolate for a hard outer shell.
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- Keto 3 Ingredient Chocolate Truffles
- Carnivore Crepes
- Carnivore Custard
- Keto White Chocolate Sauce
- Keto White Chocolate Truffles
Keto Chocolate Banana Truffles
- 1/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 8 oz Low Carb Chocolate Chips (use these chips – amazon link)
- 3/4 teaspoon Rum Extract
- 3/4 teaspoon Banana Extract (I recommend this one – amazon link)
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- Finely Chopped Walnuts / Pecans
- Add the heavy whipping cream and butter to a pan. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, and mix in the cinnamon, rum, and banana extract.
- Place the low-carb chocolate chips into a mixing bowl. Pour the hot heavy cream mixture into the bowl with the chocolate chips, and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
- Start stirring the mixture until the chocolate melts and everything is well combined and smooth.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours.
- Scoop out about one teaspoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the rest. Roll each one in the walnuts or pecans, and serve. Enjoy!