Chocolate Truffles: Indulgent Treats for Homemade Bliss
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade chocolate truffles, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup crushed nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering.
- Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract and let the mixture cool.
- Refrigerate the mixture until firm, about 2 hours.
- Once firm, scoop out small portions and roll them into balls.
- Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or crushed nuts to coat.
- Store in a cool place or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a flavored twist, consider adding a splash of liqueur to the mixture.
- Experiment with different coatings like coconut or sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 truffles
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Chocolate Truffles, Homemade Treats, Indulgent Desserts
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