Simply Sensational Truffles
Indulge in decadence with these *Simply Sensational Truffles*, the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers! Crafted from rich semi-sweet chocolate chips, silky heavy cream, and a touch of unsalted butter, this easy truffle recipe offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s as simple as it is luxurious. The creamy chocolate base is elevated with fragrant vanilla extract, then chilled to perfection before being rolled into bite-sized delights. Customize your truffles with elegant coatings like velvety cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or crunchy chopped nuts for an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for gifting, entertaining, or elevating your dessert table, these homemade truffles are ready in under 30 minutes (plus chilling time) and can be stored for days to savor anytime. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these truffles are pure chocolate bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for coating)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for coating, optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (for coating, optional)
Instructions
In a heatproof bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and butter mixture. Let it sit for 2 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
Gently whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or until the chocolate mixture is firm enough to shape.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop out portions of the chocolate mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls with your hands.
Roll each truffle in your desired coating, such as cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or chopped nuts, until evenly coated.
Place the coated truffles on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.4 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.3 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 151 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 43 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.9 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
