Homemade Chocolate Truffles

Indulge in the decadence of homemade chocolate truffles. These rich and creamy treats are perfect for gifting or satisfying your chocolate cravings.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz 227g high-quality dark chocolate, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup 120ml heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or crushed nuts for coating

Instructions:

The heavy cream and butter should be heated in a saucepan over medium heat until they start to simmer

Take off the heat right away

Put the dark chocolate, chopped finely, into a heatproof bowl

Over the chocolate, pour the heated cream and butter mixture

Allow the chocolate to melt by leaving it for a minute

Once the mixture is smooth and glossy, add the vanilla extract to the bowl and stir

Once the mixture is firm enough to handle, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least two hours

Scoop out tiny portions of the chocolate mixture with a spoon or melon baller, then roll them into bite-sized balls

To ensure a uniform coating, roll the truffles in either cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or crushed nuts

To set, place the coated truffles on a tray covered with parchment paper and refrigerate for an additional half hour

It's time to savor your homemade chocolate truffles! Keep them refrigerated in an airtight container