Get ready to indulge in the most decadent, melt-in-your-mouth Dark Chocolate Truffles that will transform your dessert game forever! Imagine creating restaurant-quality truffles in your own kitchen with just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort. These luxurious French-inspired chocolate treats are not just a dessert; they're an experience that will impress your guests and satisfy your deepest chocolate cravings. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these three-way truffles are about to become your new signature sweet sensation!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 12 truffles
Ingredients
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder for dusting
- Chopped nuts for coating
- Shredded coconut for coating
Instructions
- Finely chop the dark chocolate into uniform small pieces and place in a heat-safe glass bowl.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer, with small bubbles forming around the edges. Do not allow the cream to fully boil.
- Pour the hot cream directly over the chopped chocolate, ensuring all chocolate is covered. Let stand for 2-3 minutes without stirring to allow chocolate to melt completely.
- Add vanilla extract and gently whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy, creating a ganache. Ensure no chocolate lumps remain.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ganache for 2 hours, or until firm enough to handle and shape.
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion out equal-sized truffle balls, quickly rolling between palms to create smooth spheres.
- Divide truffles into three coating sections: - Roll some truffles in cocoa powder - Roll some truffles in finely chopped nuts - Roll some truffles in shredded coconut
- Place finished truffles on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 15 minutes to set coatings.
- Serve chilled or at cool room temperature. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor - aim for 60-70% cocoa content.
- Ensure your cream is just simmering, not boiling, to prevent seizing the chocolate.
- Chill the ganache thoroughly before shaping - this makes rolling much easier.
- Use cold hands or wear food-safe gloves when rolling truffles to prevent melting.
- For perfectly uniform truffles, use a small cookie scoop to portion the ganache.
- Keep truffles refrigerated and bring to cool room temperature before serving for the best texture.
- Experiment with different coatings like crushed peppermint, toasted coconut, or even edible gold dust for variety.
- If the ganache is too soft, pop it back in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before shaping.
- Allow truffles to sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to soften slightly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 118kcal
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 13mg
