Indulge in the decadent world of French desserts with these luxurious Classic French Chocolate Truffles. Made with rich dark chocolate and creamy butter, these truffles are a delightful treat for any occasion. Follow this simple recipe to create your own batch of these exquisite chocolates.
Ingredients
- 7 ounces dark chocolate (55% to 70%)
- ¾ cup (6 ounces) heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons (1.5 ounces) high-fat butter, softened
- For the coating:
- ½ cup cocoa powder
Directions
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
- Chop the dark chocolate into fine pieces and place them in a medium bowl.
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it gently boils.
- Immediately pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate.
- Let it sit for 30 seconds to allow the chocolate to melt, then blend with an immersion blender or whisk until smooth.
- Mix in the softened butter until well combined.
- Chill and Shape the Truffles:
- Transfer the ganache mixture into a large ziplock bag and let it sit at room temperature for about 4 hours, or until thickened.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Snip a corner off the ziplock bag and pipe out small mounds of ganache onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the mounds for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
- Coat the Truffles:
- Sift cocoa powder into a shallow dish.
- Roll each chilled ganache mound in cocoa powder to coat evenly.
- Serve and Store:
- Store the chocolate truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Let them come to room temperature before serving to enjoy their full flavor and texture.
Prep and Serving
- Prep Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
- Calories: 190 kcal per truffle
- Servings: 12 truffles
These Classic French Chocolate Truffles are the perfect indulgence for chocolate lovers. With their creamy texture and rich flavor, they are sure to impress at any gathering or as a special treat for yourself. Enjoy the taste of France with these exquisite chocolates!
Classic French Chocolate Truffles
- Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
Delve into the luxurious world of Classic French Chocolate Truffles, a timeless dessert that combines the richness of dark chocolate with the subtle textures of cocoa. Each truffle is crafted with precision and care, ensuring that every bite offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that transports you straight to the heart of Paris.
Ingredients
7 ounces dark chocolate (55% to 70%)
¾ cup (6 ounces) heavy cream
3 tablespoons (1.5 ounces) high-fat butter, softened
For the coating:
½ cup cocoa powder
Instructions
Chop the chocolate into fine pieces and place in a medium bowl; set aside.
Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it gently boils. Immediately pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate.
Let sit for 30 seconds to allow the chocolate to melt, then blend with an immersion blender or whisk until smooth.
Mix in the softened butter.
Transfer the mixture into a large ziplock bag and let it sit at room temperature for about 4 hours, or until thickened.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Snip a corner off the ziplock bag and pipe out small mounds of ganache.
Refrigerate the mounds for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
Sift cocoa powder into a shallow dish. Roll each mound in cocoa to coat.
Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Let them come to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 190