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    Easy Decadent Chocolate Truffles Recipe

    October 28, 2019 by Jurga 1 Comment

    Easy to make bite-sized Chocolate Truffles are so creamy and silky that they literally will melt in your mouth. This recipe makes chocolates every bit as delicious as those purchased at a high-end candy shop.

    Assorted chocolate truffles on green glass plate.

    No chopping of chocolate bars is required for this simple recipe as good quality semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips, like Ghirardelli, will do the trick.

    Chocolates being rolled in candy and nut toppings.

    Once the chocolate mixture is melted and cooled, rolling the truffles and coating them is easy. But make sure the chocolate is soft enough (but not too soft!) to be able to grab the coating successfully when rolling.

    Use your imagination and have fun creating a beautiful presentation of assorted, colorful truffles.

    Truffles being rolled in candy and cocounut.

    They are perfect for an easy dessert, as well as gifts for your family and friends (see Gr8 Gift Idea below). They will be begging for more!

    Chocolate truffles on red glass plate with Christmas decorations.

    And did you also know that chocolate is healthy? According to this recent article the health benefits of chocolate will surprise you! Chocolate contains flavonoids that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. The benefits also include lowering your risk for heart disease and improving your mood and cognitive function.

    For more decadent candy recipes you may like Kyle's Minty Chocolatey Peppermint Bark or Jurga's English Toffee with Toasted Almonds.

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    Decadent Chocolate Truffles

    Easy to make bite-sized truffles are decadent and delicious... and oh so easy!
    Prep Time30 mins
    Cooling and Chilling2 hrs
    Total Time2 hrs 30 mins
    Course: Candy, Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Chocolate Truffles
    Servings: 8 dozen (.3 ounce) each)
    Author: Jurga

    Special Equipment

    • Large baking sheets
    • Parchment paper
    • Small glass bowls or pie plates
    • Melon Baller or Cookie Scoop

    Ingredients

    Truffles

    • 18 ounces good quality semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips, (about 3 cups) I use Ghirardelli
    • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, NOT evaporated milk
    • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
    • 3 Tablespoons coffee liqueur or espresso coffee, I like to use Kahlua

    Coatings

    • An assortment of flaked coconut, chocolate sprinkles, colored sprinkles, unsweetened cocoa, toasted chopped nuts, or colored sugar decorations in various pie plates or small glass bowls.
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    Instructions

    • In a medium saucepan on low heat melt semi-sweet chocolate with the condensed milk and stir until well blended.
    • Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and coffee flavoring.
    • Pour the chocolate mixture into a 2-quart baking dish and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
    • Remove dish from the refrigerator and stir to make sure the chocolate is slightly cooled and no longer warm (chocolate should be soft enough to be able to roll in the coating).
    • Using a melon baller or 1-inch cookie scoop, scoop the chocolate and lightly shape into 1-inch balls by rolling between the palms of your hands (I like to weigh the chocolate to .3 ounces each so the candies are uniform).
    • Roll each truffle in the desired coating until well covered.
    • Place the coated truffles on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. 
    • Chill 1 hour or until firm.
    •  Store tightly in a covered container. Truffles will last for up to six months if refrigerated.

    Notes

    Gr8 Gift Idea:

    Place each truffle in individual 1" baking cups. Then place an assortment of truffles in any small box or decorative container lined with colored tissue paper to showcase your treats!

    Gr8 Tip:

    For optional flavorings, substitute the coffee flavoring with Chambord for a raspberry flavor or, for orange flavor, use orange extract and Grand Marnier.
    Tried this recipe?Mention @Great8Friends or tag #gr8food!

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      December 03, 2015 at 9:30 am

      Can see this is made with love. Always out to prettify. I can see that. Want more!

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