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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.
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Classic Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Prep Time40 minutes
WORK TIME15 minutes
Cuisine: World
Servings: 16 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.

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