Matcha Chocolates
These easy-to-make Matcha Chocolates are a great little sweet treat to try. They are perfect for gifting and are a great snack to have at the ready, when you need a quick boost. Made with figs, pistachios and pumpkin seeds, they pack a nutritional punch too.
Equipment
- Magimix food processor *affiliate link
Ingredients
Ingredients for the base:
- 1 cup dried figs (150g)
- ½ cup raw, unsalted pistachios (65g)
- ½ cup raw, unsalted cashews (70g)
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds (30g)
- 2 tsp matcha powder
Toppings:
- 100 g dark chocolate
- Handful of chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Cut the stalk from the figs and add to a food processor with the pistachios, cashews, pumpkin seeds and matcha powder. Blend for a minute or two until fully combined.
- Divide the mixture into 24 and press down into a silicone chocolate tray. Refrigerate whilst you melt the chocolate.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a bowl over a pan of hot water. Remove each one from the silicone tray and dip them into the chocolate so it covers one side. Sprinkle over some chopped pistachios. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
Notes
- For best results, store in the fridge for up to 7 days.
- They can be frozen too, for up to 3 months.
- If you prefer, the mixture can be rolled into balls and dipped in dark chocolate instead.
Nutrition
Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 6.4gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1.6gFiber: 1.5g
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