Chocolate Truffles
Indulge in the luxurious experience of homemade Chocolate Truffles that melt in your mouth. With a rich ganache center coated in cocoa powder, these delightful confections are perfect for any occasion—from romantic date nights to festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, you’ll impress friends and family with this gourmet treat made right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for coating)
- Optional flavorings: 1 tsp vanilla extract or 2 tbsp liqueur
Instructions
- Clear your workspace and gather all ingredients and tools.
- In a heatproof bowl, combine chopped dark chocolate and heavy cream over simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat and mix in the unsalted butter until fully incorporated.
- Chill the ganache in the refrigerator for about 2 hours until firm.
- Scoop chilled ganache and roll into small balls.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or desired toppings before transferring to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (15g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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