Chocolate Truffles

Dessert truffles are not only a chocolate lover's dream, but they're also completely customizable and so easy to make. Set them out at your holiday dinner, or make them for the sweetest homemade gift to give to loved ones and neighbors. Top these with even more chocolate, or even Christmas toppings like candy canes or festive sprinkles to add some holiday cheer to any celebration. Never made truffles before? No stress—follow my easy recipe to learn how to master these two-step treats.

How To Make Chocolate Truffles

INGREDIENTS

• Dark Chocolate: Chocolate truffles are supposed to be rich and decadent, which is why I prefer to use dark chocolate. If you use milk chocolate, you’ll need to adjust the amount of cream. When it comes to the chocolate, choose a nice dark chocolate that you enjoy eating—chocolate is the primary focus here.
• Butter: The butter makes these truffles extra rich and creamy.
• Heavy Cream: Heavy cream is an absolute must—no swapping this out for anything else.
• Coating: I’ve included multiple options for decorating these sweet treats. Coat them in cocoa powder, dip them in melted white or dark chocolate, or alternate and do all three! Top your chocolate-coated truffles with your favorite garnish, including chopped nuts, flaky sea salt, Oreos, sprinkles, or candy canes if you want to get extra festive.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

First, grab a medium heatproof bowl. Add your chopped chocolate along with your butter. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the heavy cream until it is just simmering. Once simmering, pour the heavy cream over the chocolate and butter, then let it sit for at least 5 minutes.

After 5 minutes, whisk the mixture together until combined. Once combined, refrigerate the chocolate mixture until it’s firm—around 1 hour.

Meanwhile, line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Then, using a small cookie scoop, scoop the ganache and roll it into smooth balls using your hands. Once formed, place them on the prepared baking sheet, then refrigerate until firm (this should take around 30 minutes).

Once the truffles are firm, you can get to coating and decorating them! If you’re coating these in melted chocolate, then place the melted chocolate in a bowl, and dip the truffles in using a fork to coat them well. Top them with your chosen candy or topping (or leave them plain), then get to snacking!

The full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe below.

Storage

If you have any leftovers (or want to make these ahead), then store them in an airtight container in the fridge for around 2 weeks.