Moringa Chocolate Hearts with Orange Zest
Do you like chocolates with a hint of fruity flavoring? The funny thing is I would have answered “No” if you had asked me this question a few weeks ago. Now, after trying these Moringa chocolates, my answer is “Absolutely!” You have to try a Moringa chocolate! Every batch is packed with 3 Tbsp of raw Moringa powder and flavored with fresh orange zest. Each of these Moringa chocolates provide just over 1/2 tsp of Moringa powder combined with a smooth chocolaty texture. This may be the best way to eat Moringa powder ever!
This recipe combines real butter or cold-pressed coconut oil with the deliciousness of dark chocolate and the benefits of Moringa! The entire flavor lightens with the fresh orange zest.
If orange is not your preference, you have options. Substitute chopped berries or coconut; or set aside the fruit all together, and pick your favorite mix-in or topping. The base chocolate can stand alone, but we would highly recommend adding the Moringa as this transforms the chocolate truffle dessert from pure decadence to deliciously nutritious!
Take heart–a Moringa chocolate heart–and experience the chocolaty goodness that is healthier than most foods in your house!
This recipe is a modification inspired from Wellness Mama: Healthy Homemade Chocolate
- 1/4 cup butter/coconut oil
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 ounces 72% or > cacao dark Chocolate
- 2 oranges Zest substitute your favorite mix-in or omit this step entirely
- 3 Tbsp raw Moringa powder
- cacao powder for dusting
- additional toppings unsweetened coconut, toasted nuts, whatever your "Heart" desires
- Place small pan over low heat. Combine butter/coconut oil and whipping cream.
- Remove from heat and stir in chocolate until melted and combined.
- Add in desired about of zest.
- Stir in Moringa powder.
- Dust candy molds with cacao powder and fill with chocolaty goodness. Alternatively place bowl of chocolate directly in the refrigerator for several minutes until it firms enough to form into 1 inch balls. Dust with cacao powder or roll in desired topping.
- These candies will soften at room temperature if left out for an extended period. We recommend storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator when not indulging.