Description
Chocolate Truffle Balls are rich, decadent, and easy-to-make no-bake treats made with a creamy chocolate center coated in cocoa powder, nuts, or coconut. Perfect for holidays, gifts, or a sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
– 12 ounces Semi-Sweet Chocolate
– 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
– 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
– 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
– 1/8 teaspoon Salt
– 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (for coating)
– 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (for coating)
– 1/2 cup Sprinkles or Nonpareils (for coating)
– 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut (for coating)
Instructions
- Place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer.
- Pour hot cream over the chocolate and let sit for 2-3 minutes. Add butter, vanilla, and salt, then stir until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours, until firm enough to handle.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. If mixture is too soft, refrigerate longer.
- Roll truffles in cocoa powder, nuts, or coconut to coat.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- For a firmer truffle, use a higher cocoa percentage chocolate.
- Add flavors like orange zest, espresso powder, or liqueur for variation.
- Wear gloves to keep hands clean while rolling.
- Truffles can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg