Decadent Chocolate Truffles
Indulge in the luxurious experience of homemade chocolate truffles that melt in your mouth. With a rich, creamy center and customizable flavors, these delightful treats are perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy night in or festive gatherings. Impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth with this simple yet elegant recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for coating)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (or other flavorings)
Instructions
- 1. Make the Ganache: Heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for 1 minute. Stir until smooth.
- 2. Add Butter and Flavoring: Mix in unsalted butter until melted. Stir in vanilla extract.
- 3. Chill the Mixture: Cover ganache with plastic wrap; refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm but scoopable.
- 4. Scoop and Roll: Using a small cookie scoop, portion out ganache on parchment paper. Roll into balls using your palms.
- 5. Coat the Truffles: Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or chopped nuts, then chill for another 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg