Chocolate Truffles

5 from 1 vote

Chocolate truffles are such an easy and delicious treat. They come together in a snap but are sure to impress.

Prep Time2

Cook Time10

Resting Time4

Total Time12

Servings: truffles

Calories: 86kcal

1/2 cup heavy cream (113.5 grams or 118.3 ml)
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate finely chopped (226.8 grams)
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
chocolate jimmies, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, sprinkles, and finely chopped nuts for rolling

Bring the heavy cream to a boil in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly.
1/2 cup heavy cream
To a separate bowl, add the finely chopped chocolate.
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
Once the cream has come to a boil, pour it over the chocolate. Add the vanilla and stir vigorously with a spoon (do not use a whisk) until the chocolate has melted.
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Put the chocolate in the refrigerator, covered, for 4 hours or until it sets.
Scoop the chocolate into one-inch (one tablespoon) balls. Then roll in desired topping.
chocolate jimmies, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, sprinkles, and finely chopped nuts

Please note that the the nutritional information does not reflect what the truffles are rolled in.