Easy Chocolate Truffles
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Easy Chocolate Truffles
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This easy Chocolate Truffles recipe only requires 4 ingredients and is simple enough for anyone to make! They have a smooth, creamy texture and are the perfect homemade candy!
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Ingredients
- 2 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate bars* , finely chopped
- 2/3 cup heavy cream *
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Coating: unsweetened cocoa powder, crushed nuts, sprinkles
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Instructions
- Place the chocolate in a heat-proof bowl. Set aside.
- Place the cream in a saucepan over medium heat (or you can heat it to simmering, in the microwave). Cook for 2-3 minutes or until cream is simmering.
- Pour the cream over the chopped chocolate and allow mixture to rest for 3-5 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract then stir until the chocolate has completely melted. Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface (to avoid condensation) and refrigerate for one hour, or until firm.
- Scoop the mixture into 1 tablespoon-sized mounds. Roll each into balls.
- If the chocolate gets too soft and starts to melt, you can chill it until it becomes easier to work with again. This gets a little sticky, so see my tips above.
- Roll each into toppings, if desired. Place them on a sheet pan lined with parchment and chill until firm. After the truffles are firm, you can transfer them to an airtight container.
- Store your truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Remove them to come to room temperature about 20 minutes before serving (they taste best served at room temperature.).
Notes
- Chocolate: High quality chocolate is essential. Baker’s or Ghirardelli brands. Finely chop it into uniform pieces to melt evenly and smoothly.
- Cream: If you need a dairy-free substitute, canned coconut milk would work.
- To Make Ahead: Prepare the truffle mixture through step 3. The mixture must chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, but it can be left in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To Store: Keep truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Remove them to come to room temperature about 20 minutes before serving (they taste best served at room temperature).
- To Freeze: Chocolate truffles can be frozen in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw truffles overnight in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
14kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
0.1g
(0%)
Protein
0.1g
(0%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.4g
Cholesterol
4mg
(1%)
Sodium
1mg
(0%)
Potassium
4mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.01g
(0%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
58IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
0.02mg
(0%)
Calcium
3mg
(0%)
Iron
0.01mg
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 40Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 14 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 14kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 4mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 58IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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