Indulge in Decadent Chocolate Truffles: Easy Recipes & Tips
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Discover easy recipes & tips for making decadent chocolate truffles. Elevate your dessert game with these rich, creamy delights! (155 chars)
Total Time:2 hours 25 minutes
Yield:12 truffles 1x
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces (about 1 1/3 cups) of high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more), chopped
1 cup of heavy cream
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Cocoa powder, for coating
Chopped nuts, for coating
Melted chocolate, for coating
Optional flavorings: sea salt, coffee, liqueurs, or spices
Instructions
Start by placing the chopped dark chocolate in a medium-sized mixing bowl. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Once simmering, pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for about 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, whisk the chocolate and cream together until smooth and glossy.
Next, stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract to the ganache mixture. If you'd like to add additional flavors like sea salt, espresso powder, or liqueur, now is the perfect time to do so. Mix until well incorporated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ganache for approximately 2 hours or until it’s firm enough to scoop.
Once the ganache is firm, use a melon baller or a small spoon to scoop out portions of the mixture. Roll each portion into a smooth ball using your hands. If you find the mixture is too sticky, you can lightly dust your hands with cocoa powder.
After forming the truffles, it's time to coat them. Roll each truffle ball in your choice of cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or melted chocolate. Ensure they are evenly coated for a perfect finish. Place the coated truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate the coated truffles for about 30 minutes to set them. Once set, you may choose to pack them in an airtight container lined with wax paper. Chocolate truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or at room temperature for about a week, depending on the climate.
Notes
Chocolate truffles are a quintessential indulgence that can turn any occasion into a celebration. These delectable treats are made from a simple mixture of chocolate and heavy cream, combined with flavors and coatings to create a unique and personalized confection.
