Fruit Truffles-Low-Cal

Directions

1. 1
   Chop the bananas into a large bowl and using a potato masher, mash them until they are smooth.
2. 2
   Mix in the orange juice and rind.
3. 3
   Stir in the ground almonds, mixing well to blend evenly.
4. 4
   Place the mixture in a refrigerator and chill for approximately 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Using a sharp knife, finely chop the blanched almonds into small pieces.
6. 6
   Mix the chopped almonds into the cocoa powder, and place on a flat plate.
7. 7
   Remove the banana mixture from the refrigerator, and divide into 10 portions.
8. 8
   Roll each portion into a small ball, using lightly floured hands.
9. 9
   Roll each ball into the cocoa and almond mixture, rolling each one evenly to give a good coating.
10. 10
    Press gently before placing into a small paper cases, and chilling once again.