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Chocolate Truffles

Rich, decadent truffles made with melted chocolate and cream, rolled in cocoa powder or sprinkles. Ready in under an hour with just a chill time.

Total time
45 min
Servings
12
Calories
95
Protein
1g
Chocolate Truffles
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat cream and butter in a small saucepan over medium until steaming, ~2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Pour over chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let sit 1 minute without stirring.

  3. Step 3

    Stir until smooth and glossy. Add vanilla and salt, then stir until combined.

  4. Step 4

    Chill mixture until scoopable but not rock-hard, 15–20 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Scoop 1-inch portions onto parchment. Chill again for 10 minutes until firm.

  6. Step 6

    Roll each truffle between your palms into a smooth ball.

  7. Step 7

    Roll in cocoa powder until fully coated. Store in an airtight container.

Tools you’ll need

  • small saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • parchment paper
  • shallow dish or plate (for cocoa powder)

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