Healthy Chocolate-Covered Date & Almond Truffles

Bahan-bahan (20 porsi)

• 14 Medjool dates (about 300–325g), soaked in warm water for 10 minutes
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup (21g) unsweetened Dutch-process or natural cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup (70g) roasted, salted almonds (see Note)
• 1/2 cup (70g) raw sunflower seeds (see Note)
• 8 ounces (226g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped (two 4-ounce baking bars)
• optional: 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
• optional for garnish: flaky sea salt