Chocolate Truffles
Indulge in the luxurious world of homemade chocolate truffles! These rich, creamy bites are crafted from high-quality dark chocolate and fresh cream, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s perfect for sharing or savoring solo. Easy to make and stunning in presentation, these truffles can be customized with various toppings or flavors, making them the ultimate treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (60% cocoa or higher)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Optional flavorings: 1 tsp vanilla extract or 2 tbsp liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace with mixing bowls and tools.
- Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and butter until fully combined to create ganache.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until firm but scoopable.
- Scoop portions of ganache and roll into balls using your palms.
- Dust each truffle with cocoa powder before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg