If you want a sweet and quick chocolate treat, these perfectly sized Simple Chocolate Truffles are where it’s at! The topping options are endless, making them a versatile treat for all sorts of occasions. Extra creamy truffles, yet not overly sweet, are the perfect little treat for just about anyone.
I coated the simple chocolate truffles with a few different tasty toppings. White chocolate shavings are one of my favorites and definitely make these truffles adorable .
Simply dusted with cocoa powder!
Everyone loves sprinkles! I used chocolate sprinkles because you can’t go wrong with chocolate on chocolate right?!
Crush up any kind of nuts, I used a mixture of almonds and pecans.
Simple chocolate truffles are best at room temperature. Arrange your beautifully topped truffles on a plate for an after dinner treat for yourself or your loved ones. Put a few different truffles in a little gift box and give them to your favorite coworker. Whatever you choose to do with your truffles, they won’t disappoint!
Enjoy!!!
Simple Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients
- 2 4-ounce quality chocolate bars (very finely chopped)
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- topping options: unsweetened cocoa powder, sprinkles, crushed nuts, melted or tempered chocolate, coconut
Instructions
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Place the finely chopped chocolate pieces in a heat-proof bowl. Set aside.
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Heat the heavy cream until it is simmering, hot but not boiling. You can heat it on the stove or in the microwave.
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Add the butter to the chocolate and pour the heavy cream evenly on top. Let the warm cream and chocolate butter mixture sit for 5 minutes. Add the vanilla extract then stir until the chocolate has completely melted. If the chocolate isn’t melting, place the heat-proof bowl over a pot of simmering water (1 inch of water will do) and stir until melted.
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Pour into a flat shallow dish, such as an 8×8 inch baking pan, so the mixture evenly and quickly sets. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Scoop the set truffle mixture into 1 tablespoon sized mounds. I use a cookie scoop which is the perfect size. Roll into balls. The mixture will be very sticky.
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Roll each ball into the topping of your choice.
Recipe Notes
Cover tightly and store truffles at room temperature for 3-4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
