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Chocolate Truffles

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Indulge in rich chocolate truffles with a silky ganache center, perfect for gifts or special treats.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces quality semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate bars, very finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (for topping)
  • Sprinkles (for topping)
  • Crushed nuts (for topping)
  • Melted or tempered chocolate (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Place the very finely chopped chocolate in a heat-proof bowl and set it aside.
  2. Heat the heavy cream until it is simmering.
  3. Add the butter to the chopped chocolate, then pour the hot heavy cream evenly on top.
  4. Allow the mixture to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the vanilla extract, if using, and stir until smooth.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  7. Scoop out the truffle mixture into 2 teaspoon-sized mounds and roll each into balls.
  8. Roll each truffle in desired toppings.
  9. Serve at room temperature and store in an airtight container.

Notes

Warm your hands slightly before rolling for smoother rounds. Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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