Chocolate truffles with a coating

Dessert
Very Easy
1 h 10 m
131 Kcal

To finish your Christmas meal, what could be better than chocolate truffles? Their exquisite flavors melt in your mouth and will delight the taste buds of the whole family! As for difficulty, it's hard to find an easier recipe! And don't hesitate to ask the little ones to lend you a hand ;-) Finally, mix it up with the coatings! Cocoa, chocolate sprinkles, colorful sugar pearls... There are plenty of options! Ready? Here are the written instructions, photos, and video!

Ingredients

20

For about 20 truffles:

For coating:

Materials

  • 1 saucepan

Preparation

Preparation25 min
Waiting time30 min
Cook time15 min
  • Chocolate Truffles with a Coating - Preparation step 1Melt the chocolate in a water bath.
  • Chocolate Truffles with a Coating - Preparation step 2Bring the cream to a boil. Pour the cream over the chocolate and whisk well to combine.
  • Chocolate Truffles with a Coating - Preparation step 3Add the butter gradually and mix well. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Chocolate Truffles with a Coating - Preparation step 4Form balls in your hands with about 1 teaspoon of the mixture.
  • Chocolate Truffles with a Coating - Preparation step 5Roll the balls in shredded coconut, unsweetened cocoa powder, chocolate sprinkles, or colored sugar pearls.
  • Chocolate Truffles with a Coating - Preparation step 6It's ready!

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FAQ ❓

How should you store chocolate truffles to keep them fresh?

Chocolate truffles should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will keep for up to a week.
Yes, you can use milk chocolate, but it will change the flavor and texture of the truffles, making them milder.
You can use soy cream or coconut cream for a lactose-free or vegan version.
Absolutely! You can use chopped dried fruit, chopped hazelnuts, or even spices such as cinnamon to mix things up.
You can make the truffles up to 2 days in advance, making them perfect for special occasions such as Christmas.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 131Kcal
  • Carbo: 9.5g
  • Total fat: 9.3g
  • Saturated fat: 6.4g
  • Proteins: 1.2g
  • Fibers: 2g
  • Sugar: 7.1g
  • ProPoints: 4
  • SmartPoints: 6
Nutritional information for 1 serving (29g)

Attributes

Keep refrigerated
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Juliette HessJuliette Hess
I have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
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