Name: Classic Chocolate Truffles Recipe
Prep time: 40 min
Ingredients: 8 oz 225g Dark chocolate (70%); 1/2 cup 120ml Heavy cream; 1/2 cup Cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Classic Chocolate Truffles Recipe

By David | Jun 28, 2019August 19, 2024

4.50 from 33 votes

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Learn how to make classic chocolate truffles. These chocolate truffles are creamy, smooth and rich. Super easy recipe with only 4-ingredients. This recipe is perfect for gift giving, Christmas and other holidays.

Close-up of multiple chocolate truffles covered in cocoa powder, arranged on a wooden surface. The truffles are scattered with slight cocoa powder dusting around them, giving a rustic and homemade appearance.

Classic Chocolate Truffles Recipe

4.50 from 33 votes

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Prep Time 40

WORK TIME 15

DIFFICULTY Easy

Cuisine World

Servings yields

Ingredients

8 oz 225g Dark chocolate (70%)
½ cup 120ml Heavy cream
½ cup Cocoa powder
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

DIRECTIONS

1. Chop the chocolate and place in a large heat proof bowl. Set aside.
2. Place heavy cream in a small saucepan, bring to a simmer over low-medium heat.
3. Pour the cream over the chocolate, let sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, until set.
4. Using an ice cream scoop or a spoon, scoop a small portion of the chocolate mixture and form small balls by rolling between your hands. Arrange the balls on a baking sheet or a big plate and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Roll again between your hands to create smooth balls.
5. Roll the balls in the cocoa powder.