Truffes au Chocolat (Chocolate Truffles)
Chocolate truffles are named for their rough, rounded shape, which resembles the rare fungi of the same name. At their core is a two-ingredient ganache — good-quality dark chocolate and heavy cream — that is chilled, rolled into balls, and coated in cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or tempered chocolate. The hands-on work takes about 30 minutes, with a few hours of chilling in between.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
For the Ganache:
- 8 ounce bittersweet chocolate finely chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream full-fat recommended
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla
For the Coating:
- ½ cup cocoa powder preferably Dutch-processed
Instructions
- Start by preparing the ganache in a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream just to a simmer but not to a full boil, watching for small bubbles around the edge.
- Place the chopped bittersweet chocolate in a mixing bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for about 2 minutes to soften.
- Using a whisk, gently stir the cream and chocolate together until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the softened butter and vanilla extract to the ganache, whisking until the butter melts completely, providing a glossy finish.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour or until firm enough to handle.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a melon baller or teaspoon, scoop small portions of the ganache, forming them into 1-inch balls by rolling between your palms.
- Roll the truffles in cocoa powder to coat and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Notes
- For a twist, consider infusing your cream with flavors such as orange zest or espresso before making the ganache.
- Additionally, rolling the truffles in crushed nuts or shredded coconut can add texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 3mgPotassium: 86mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 107IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
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