Chocolate Truffles

Name: Chocolate Truffles
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 200 g of dark chocolate; 80 ml of heavy cream; 20 g of unsalted butter; cocoa powder; coconut (grated)

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These chocolate ganache balls are rolled in bitter cocoa powder to make melt-in-your-mouth bites. 🍫 Keep them chilled until you serve them.

Total time: 15 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: –
Rest: 45 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.25

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 5

servings

Estimated cost €3.00

Equipment

Saucepan
Bowl
Wooden spoon

Instructions

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Break the chocolate into pieces and place it in a bowl.

In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it is very hot (without boiling).
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for one minute so the chocolate can melt.
Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Add the unsalted butter cut into small pieces and stir until completely melted.
Place the mixture in the refrigerator for about to firm up slightly.
Once chilled, scoop small amounts of the mixture with a spoon and roll them into balls between your hands. Roll the balls in cocoa powder or shredded coconut to coat them.
Place the truffles on a plate and refrigerate them for another so they firm up further.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

60kcal

Protein1 g7%
Carbs5 g33%
Fat4 g60%
Fiber1 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

To add a little crunch to your chocolate truffles, you can coat them in crushed hazelnuts or chopped almonds before chilling them. It adds an interesting texture to these little chocolate bites and pairs perfectly with their rich flavor. A simple way to customize your truffles to please every palate! 🌰🍫

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Freezes very well, up to 2 months in a container or bags. Thaw in the refrigerator.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 1 to 2 weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Ideal to make the day before, a night in the refrigerator improves the texture.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not relevant. Truffles are eaten cold or at room temperature (18-20°C). Reheating would melt them.

Variations

Roll the truffles in crushed hazelnuts, chopped pistachios or powdered sugar.
Flavor the ganache with a splash of coffee, rum or a little orange zest.
Dip the truffles in melted chocolate for a thin, crisp shell.

Mistakes to avoid

Pouring boiling cream over the chocolate: the ganache turns grainy and loses its smooth look. Heat the cream without letting it boil.
Stirring too vigorously: air bubbles form. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the mixture is smooth.
Shaping the balls with a ganache that is too soft: it sticks to your fingers. Let it firm up for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Frequently asked questions

Why let the chocolate sit in the cream for a minute?

This waiting time lets the heat of the cream gently melt the chocolate. When you stir afterward, the ganache turns smooth and glossy. If you stir too early, some pieces of chocolate may stay whole.

Which dark chocolate should I choose for truffles?

A good-quality dark chocolate, rich in cocoa, gives intense, melt-in-your-mouth truffles. Avoid chocolates that are too sweet or low in cocoa, which make the ganache soft and less flavorful.

How do I shape even truffles?

Scoop small amounts of chilled ganache with a teaspoon, then quickly roll them between slightly cold hands. The faster you work, the less the ganache melts and sticks to your fingers.

What should I roll chocolate truffles in?

Bitter cocoa powder is the classic and contrasts with the sweetness of the ganache. Shredded coconut adds an exotic note and some crunch. You can also use chopped hazelnuts or powdered sugar.