Zutaten für Easy Chocolate Truffles
- 8 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, plus more for coating
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ground walnuts, for coating (as needed)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for coating (as needed)
- Shredded coconut, for coating (as needed)
- Candy sprinkles, for coating (as needed)
- 1 tablespoon almond liqueur (optional)
- 1 tablespoon orange liqueur (optional)
- White chocolate, melted (for drizzling, as needed)
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Zubereitung von Easy Chocolate Truffles
- In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until completely smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add 1 cup of powdered sugar, mixing until thoroughly blended and no lumps remain.
- Add 1 cup of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract (omit if using liqueurs). Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Divide the chocolate mixture into three equal portions.
- For the classic truffles, proceed to step 6.
- For the almond and orange truffles: gently stir 1 tablespoon of almond liqueur into one portion and 1 tablespoon of orange liqueur into another portion. Mix well to combine.
- Refrigerate the truffle mixture for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to handle.
- Roll the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Roll the truffles in your choice of coating: chopped walnuts, unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or shredded coconut.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the coating to set.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
431g
Fat
110g
Carbs
38g
