Easy Decadent Truffles
Indulge your sweet tooth with these Easy Decadent Truffles, a no-fuss recipe that turns just a handful of simple ingredients into a luxurious treat. Made with rich dark chocolate, velvety heavy cream, and a touch of pure vanilla extract, these homemade truffles deliver melt-in-your-mouth perfection in every bite. Rolled in unsweetened cocoa powder or your favorite toppings—think chopped nuts, festive sprinkles, or flaky coconut—this recipe is as customizable as it is indulgent. With only 30 minutes of hands-on prep time, these truffles are ideal for gifting, entertaining, or simply treating yourself. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this easy truffle recipe transforms into smooth, glossy ganache before being chilled and shaped into elegant bite-sized confections. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these gourmet-style truffles are certain to impress with their luscious texture and decadent flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 20 grams unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 50 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- as needed optional toppings such as chopped nuts, sprinkles, or shredded coconut
Instructions
Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer, but avoid boiling.
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
Add the unsalted butter and vanilla extract to the bowl, then gently whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
Using a small scoop or a teaspoon, portion out the chilled chocolate mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls between your palms.
Roll each truffle in unsweetened cocoa powder or your choice of optional toppings until fully coated.
Place the truffles on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.3 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.0 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.2 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.5 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 2750 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
