Chocolate Truffles
Indulge in these rich and velvety chocolate truffles, perfect for any occasion and customizable with various toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 145 minutes
- Yield: 16 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Shaping
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
- Optional toppings: crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or melted chocolate
Instructions
- Simmer the cream in a saucepan until it just begins to simmer.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a bowl and let it sit for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 1-2 hours until firm.
- Use a small scoop or your hands to shape the mixture into small balls.
- Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or your choice of toppings.
- Place them on a plate and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Consider pairing with coffee or dessert wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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