Name: Easy Decadent Truffles Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) of dark chocolate, chopped; 1/2 cup (120ml) of heavy cream; 1/4 cup (60g) of unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract; 1/4 cup (25g) of cocoa powder, for rolling

How To Make Easy Decadent Truffles Recipe

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Preparation: 20 minutes

Cooking: 0 minutes

Total: 20 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

8 oz (225g) of dark chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup (120ml) of heavy cream
1/4 cup (60g) of unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/4 cup (25g) of cocoa powder, for rolling

Instructions

Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 1-2 minutes.
Stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Add the butter and vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture and stir until well combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until the mixture is firm.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Use a small scoop or a spoon to portion out the truffle mixture and roll it into balls.
Roll each truffle in cocoa powder until evenly coated.
Place the truffles on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set.
Serve the truffles chilled and enjoy!