Chocolate Truffle Recipe
Make Chocolate Truffle Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Truffle Filling
Coating
Method
Make the Truffle Filling
- 1
Chop the Chocolate
Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
- 2
Heat the Cream
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for about 2-3 minutes to melt the chocolate.
- 4
Add Butter and Vanilla
Stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- 5
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
Shape the Truffles
- 6
Scoop the Filling
Using a melon baller or a small scoop, take spoonfuls of the chilled chocolate mixture and roll them into balls with your hands.
- 7
Coat the Truffles
Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or chopped nuts to coat. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Serve
- 8
Chill Before Serving
Refrigerate the coated truffles for about 30 minutes to set the coating.
- 9
Enjoy
Serve the truffles on a platter and enjoy your homemade chocolate truffles!
