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Chocolate Truffles: Decadent Homemade Sweetness
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Chocolate Truffle Delight

Indulge in silky chocolate truffles made with a rich ganache core and a cocoa or nut coating. These luxurious bite-sized treats balance bitterness and sweetness with smooth texture and zero baking required.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 30 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Chocolate
Calories: 175

Ingredients
  

  • Dark chocolate (60% cacao) 400g (14oz)
  • Heavy cream 200ml (¾ cup)
  • Unsalted butter 30g (2 Tbsp)
  • Sugar 30g (2 Tbsp)
  • Cocoa powder 200g (7oz)
  • Vanilla extract 1 tsp
  • Salt pinch

Method
 

  1. Gather ingredients and prepare chilled parchment paper for shaping
  2. Heat heavy cream in saucepan until just about to simmer
  3. Pour warmed cream over chopped chocolate in bowl and stir until melted
  4. Add softened butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt; mix until smooth
  5. Chill ganache for 35 minutes until firm
  6. Scoop mixture into 30 equal portions using 1 tbsp
  7. Roll into balls and coat in cocoa powder or nuts
  8. Store in airtight container at 59-68°F

Notes

Chilling improves shaping consistency
Use cocoa powder for coating or crushed pistachios/almonds
Let ganache rest 3-5 minutes before chilling to prevent bloom
Best consumed within 1 week when properly stored