Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for coating)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools.
- In a heatproof bowl, combine chopped dark chocolate and heavy cream over simmering water. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in butter until fully incorporated.
- Mix in vanilla extract, then let the mixture cool slightly before refrigerating for 1-2 hours until firm.
- Once chilled, scoop out ganache using a melon baller or small spoon and roll into balls between your palms.
- Coat each truffle in cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- Chill the ganache well to prevent sticky fingers when rolling.
- Experiment with different coatings like crushed nuts or sprinkles for added texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg