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Chocolate Truffles

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Warm, bite-sized and decadently smooth, these Chocolate Truffles are a simple way to enjoy pure chocolate bliss at home. Ideal for gifting or serving after dinner.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 115 minutes
  • Yield: 24 truffles 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces quality semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate bars, very finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (for topping)
  • Sprinkles (for topping)
  • Crushed nuts (for topping)
  • Melted or tempered chocolate (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Place the very finely chopped chocolate in a heat-proof bowl and set it aside.
  2. Heat the heavy cream until it is simmering, either on the stove or in the microwave.
  3. Add the butter to the chopped chocolate, then pour the hot heavy cream evenly on top.
  4. Allow the mixture of warm cream and chocolate to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the vanilla extract, if using, and stir until the chocolate has completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  6. Cover the surface of the mixture with plastic wrap to avoid condensation and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  7. Scoop out the truffle mixture into 2 teaspoon-sized mounds and roll each portion into balls.
  8. Roll each truffle in your desired toppings, such as cocoa powder, sprinkles, crushed nuts, or melted chocolate.

Notes

Store truffles tightly covered at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Serve at room temperature for the best flavor.

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