Amazonian chocolate truffles
Amazonian chocolate truffles are a rich, artisanal confection originating from the Amazon rainforest region, typically made with locally sourced cacao, tropical nuts, and natural sweeteners like raw honey or fruit paste. They often incorporate unique Amazonian ingredients such as açaí, cupuaçu, or Brazil nuts, creating a distinct flavor profile that reflects the biodiversity of the region.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These truffles are generally high in healthy fats and carbohydrates, providing a good source of magnesium, iron, and antioxidants from the cacao. A typical serving (2 truffles, about 40g) contains roughly 180-220 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 200 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Copper | 0.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Antioxidants (Flavonoids) | ~50 mg |
Per 2 truffles (40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, these truffles highlight the sustainable use of rainforest ingredients and support local cacao farmers, while nutritionally, they offer a potent dose of flavonoids and minerals that are often more abundant in minimally processed Amazonian cacao compared to conventional chocolate.
