Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Indulge in these rich and decadent chocolate truffles, the perfect bite-sized treat to enjoy with your afternoon coffee. This easy recipe requires minimal cooking time but benefits from a chilling period to set the truffles perfectly. Get ready for a chocolatey explosion of flavor!

Prep Time 70 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 96.1 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Truffles

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How to Make Chocolate Truffles

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted and completely incorporated.
  3. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to roll into balls.
  4. Roll the chocolate mixture into 1-inch balls.
  5. Melt 4 ounces of your favorite chocolate (dark, milk, or white) for coating. Alternatively, prepare cocoa powder, shredded coconut, or sprinkles for coating.
  6. Insert a toothpick into each truffle ball and dip in the melted chocolate, cocoa, or other coating.
  7. Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Refrigerate for another hour to allow the coating to set.
  9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

27g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Truffles?

Chocolate Truffles takes about 210 minutes from start to finish — roughly 70 minutes to prepare and 140 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Truffles?

Chocolate Truffles has approximately 96.1 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Truffles?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Truffles are Cream Cheese, Dark Chocolate, Ground Hazelnuts, Creme De Cacao, Cocoa, White Chocolate. See the full list with measurements above.

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