Simple Chocolate Truffles
Truffles are named after the edible fungi that grow underground and are highly prized in the culinary world.
This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 140 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 5.
Simple Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients
Instructions
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Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces.
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In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Transfer the mixture to a bowl and let it cool at room temperature for about 2 hours.
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Once cooled, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
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Using a small spoon or a melon baller, scoop out small portions of the chilled mixture and roll them into balls.
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Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or powdered sugar to coat.
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Place the coated truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Refrigerate the truffles for another 30 minutes to set.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
