You’ve had chili. You’ve had dessert. But you’ve never had this combination. White chicken chili with a surprising twist.
The creamy, spicy chili perfectly complements the richness of coffee and almond truffles—because why not indulge while being healthy?
It’s that cozy dish you’ll love serving when you want to impress (without breaking a sweat). The blend of savory and sweet? Pure genius.
Serve this dish when you want to appear sophisticated, but secretly, it’s as easy as ordering takeout. So grab your spoon, and let’s get cooking!

White Chicken Chili with Coffee and Almond Truffles
A creamy white chicken chili paired with decadent coffee and almond truffles for an indulgent yet easy-to-make meal.
Ingredients
For the White Chicken Chili:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans 15 oz each white beans, drained
- 1 package vegan chicken substitute
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Coffee and Almond Truffles:
- 1/2 cup vegan dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp brewed coffee
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond meal
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
For the White Chicken Chili:
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 4 minutes.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, and chili powder.
- Add beans, vegan chicken, vegetable broth, and coconut milk.
- Stir in cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
For the Coffee and Almond Truffles:
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut cream in a saucepan.
- Stir in brewed coffee, maple syrup, almond meal, and vanilla extract.
- Chill for 1 hour, then roll into truffles.
- Dust with cocoa powder and serve.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
🌿 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Iron: 18%
- Calcium: 10%
- Magnesium: 14%
- Potassium: 15%
💡 Additional Notes/Tips
- For an extra touch of richness, top the chili with avocado or tortilla chips.
- The truffles can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Want more spice? Add a pinch of cayenne to the chili for a little kick!
This recipe is perfect for impressing guests or indulging in some self-care. You deserve the best, after all!