Ingredients
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- 8 oz (225g) dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (30g) cocoa powder, for dusting
- Optional toppings: crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or sprinkles
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream to a gentle simmer.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped dark chocolate and butter until smooth and fully combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for 2 hours until firm.
- Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form the cold chocolate mixture into small balls.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or your choice of topping.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
For a more intense flavor, consider using chocolate with higher cocoa content. Truffles can also be flavored with extracts like vanilla or peppermint.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 truffles
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg