--- title: Chocolate Black Beluga Lentils® Truffles description: "Who doesn’t love something sweet?\nSweet treats for any occasion. Decadent, protein-rich Black Beluga Lentils® Truffles! 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Sweet treats for any occasion. Decadent, protein-rich Black Beluga Lentils® Truffles! A great gift for someone special or just for yourself. Black Beluga Lentils® Truffles *Ingredients* 1/2 C Black Beluga Lentils®, uncooked 1 C Water 8 Oz Dark Chocolate, finely chopped (70% cacao or darker, your preference) 1/2 C Heavy Cream 1 Tsp Vanilla 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup 1/4 C Cocoa Powder, Powdered Sugar, OR Finely Chopped Nuts of your choice Preparation*  Black Beluga Lentils® Puree* - Bring water to a boil, add the lentils, and simmer slowly for 25 minutes. - Let cool slightly. - Add vanilla and maple syrup to the cooked lentils, and purée the mixture in a food processor. - Set aside. *Chocolate Ganache* - Put chopped chocolate in a medium-sized heat-proof bowl. Set aside. - Heat heavy cream over medium heat until hot but not boiling. - Pour chopped chocolate into the hot cream and let sit for 5 minutes. - Whisk together until smooth and shiny. - Stir in puréed lentil mixture, blending completely. - Spoon ganache into shallow baking pan lined with parchment paper and smooth to an even depth. - Refrigerate until firm, at least 30 minutes. *Making Truffles* - Use a tablespoon or 4-teaspoon-sized cookie scoop to portion ganache into individual pieces. - Roll into balls and refrigerate for at lest 30 minutes. - In a shallow dish put cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or finely chopped nuts and roll each truffle to coat it. - Refrigerate or freeze in an airtight container to store. 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