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Chocolate Truffles are a must make recipe for any chocolate lover. This Easy Chocolate Truffle Recipe is made with only 5 ingredients and has a unique and amazing flavor. If you've wondered how to make chocolate truffles, this recipe is for you. Softer than fudge, bite-sized, and utterly perfect; this is a chocolate dessert recipe you simply can't miss.
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Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Chocolate Truffles are a must make recipe for any chocolate lover. This Easy Chocolate Truffle Recipe is made with only 5 ingredients and has a unique and amazing flavor. If you've wondered how to make chocolate truffles, this recipe is for you. Softer than fudge, bite-sized, and utterly perfect; this is a chocolate dessert recipe you simply can't miss. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Resting Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 truffles
Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

  • Kitchen Scale (optional)
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • Baking Sheet

Ingredients

  • ½ pound bittersweet chocolate 227 grams (8 ounces)
  • ½ pound semisweet chocolate 227 grams (8 ounces)
  • 1 cup heavy cream 227 grams
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 grams
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Liqueur (Grand Marnier) 28 grams, optional (SEE NOTE)

Optional Garnishes for Rolling

  • Sprinkles
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Cocoa Powder
  • Chopped Nuts

Instructions

  • Chop the chocolate roughly and place it in a heat-safe bowl.
    ½ pound bittersweet chocolate, ½ pound semisweet chocolate
  • Heat the cream in a small saucepan set over medium-high heat just until it begins to come to a boil.
    1 cup heavy cream
  • Remove cream from heat.
  • Pour the cream through a fine-mesh sieve into the bowl with the chocolate.
  • Whisk the cream and chocolate together until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  • Add the vanilla and liqueuer (if using). Continue Stirring.
    ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons Orange Liqueur (Grand Marnier)
  • Place in the refrigerator for 1 hour to stiffen.
  • With 2 teaspoons, spoon round balls of the chocolate mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Roll each ball of chocolate in your hands to roughly make a round ball.
  • Roll in powdered sugar or whatever toppings you choose (sprinkles, chocolate, nuts, etc.)
    Sprinkles, Chocolate shavings, Powdered Sugar, Cocoa Powder, Chopped Nuts

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Notes

  • NOTE: The Orange Liqueur is optional. You can leave it out altogether or even use other flavors such as hazelnut or raspberry extract. Feel free to get creative!
  • Be sure to use a good quality chocolate that you love!
  • If your truffles still seem too soft after chilling, add in 1 tablespoon of melted butter or coconut oil, stir to combine, and let chill for an additional 30-60 minutes.
  • Nutritional information does not include optional garnishes.
Storage: Store chocolate truffles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffle | Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg