Delicious Dark Chocolate Truffles You Can Make in Minutes
These Dark Chocolate Truffles are a no-bake treat using just three ingredients for a rich and decadent dessert.
Equipment
- Heatproof bowl
- - Saucepan
- Whisk
- Melon baller or tablespoon
- Shallow bowl for coating
Ingredients
For the Ganache
- 8 oz Dark Chocolate (70% cocoa) Avoid chips due to stabilizers.
- 4 fl oz Heavy Cream Use cold, full-fat cream for best results.
For Coating
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder (unsweetened) Sift for a smooth coating.
Instructions
Truffle Preparation
- Chop dark chocolate into small uniform pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it’s steaming but not boiling.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Cover the bowl and let it sit for 3-5 minutes.
- Whisk the mixture until it becomes silky and completely smooth. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Sift cocoa powder into a shallow bowl.
- Scoop the chilled ganache and roll it into balls with slightly damp hands.
- Roll the formed truffles in the cocoa powder until fully coated.
- Transfer the truffles to a platter and let them set at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt for an exciting flavor contrast.