Description
Rich and creamy homemade chocolate truffles that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder, for coating
- Chopped nuts or sprinkles, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Chop the chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it simmers.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and allow it to sit for 5 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and stir until smooth and glossy.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until firm.
- Once set, form small balls from the mixture.
- Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or your choice of toppings.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
For unique flavors, infuse the cream with spices or use different coatings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Worldwide
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: chocolate, truffles, dessert, homemade, sweets