Description
These rich, velvety chocolate truffles are the perfect bite-sized indulgence, made with simple ingredients and packed with deep cocoa flavor. Ideal for gifting, entertaining, or treating yourself to a luxurious homemade sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Dark Chocolate (60 to 70 percent cocoa), finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (for rolling)
- Optional Coatings: crushed nuts, shredded coconut, powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add chopped chocolate and butter. Let sit for 1 minute.
- Stir gently until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy. Add vanilla extract and stir to combine.
- Pour the ganache into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours until firm.
- Using a small scoop or spoon, portion out the ganache and roll into balls between your palms.
- Roll each ball in cocoa powder or other desired coatings.
- Place finished truffles on a parchment-lined tray and chill for another 30 minutes to firm up.
- Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
- Let the ganache chill completely before rolling to avoid stickiness.
- Try variations like peppermint, espresso, or orange zest for different flavors.
- Truffles can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: chocolate truffles, easy chocolate dessert, homemade truffles, no-bake chocolate treat, ganache truffles