Chocolate truffle

Name: Chocolate truffle
Ingredients: 150 ml double cream; 100 g butter, room temperature; 300 g dark chocolate (approx. 50% cocoa content); cocoa, chopped nuts or decorative sprinkles

A classic recipe for small chocolate truffles. Irresistibly delicious with a rich taste of chocolate. Make sure to choose a good-quality chocolate bar.

Ingredients

Double cream	150 ml
Butter, room temperature	100 g
Dark chocolate (approx. 50% cocoa content)	300 g
Cocoa, chopped nuts or decorative sprinkles

Instructions

Chop the chocolate. Add the cream and butter to a saucepan and heat to about 75°C. Remove from the heat. Add the chocolate and stir until completely melted.
Let the mixture set in the fridge for at least 4 hours. Shape the truffles into round balls with a rolling pin or with a teaspoon. Use catering gloves.
Roll the truffles in cocoa, chopped nuts or decorative sprinkles and store in the fridge.

Enjoy!

Chocolate truffle

How do you make perfectly dipped truffles?

While it might take a bit of practice to perfect your dipping technique, there are many tools to help you on the way. A truffle or candy dipper is a must and will help you to easily submerge your truffles without losing or breaking them in the process. Once dipped, place them on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper, and set at room temperature.

How do you keep chocolate truffles from melting?

The ideal serving temperature is around 18°C (room temperature). Before that, keep them refrigerated in an airtight container.

How do you roll truffles without melting them?

The trick is to use your hands as little as possible. Scoop the mixture out with a spoon (a melon baller also works great) and, using another spoon, get them as close to a ball shape as possible. From there, use your fingertips to complete the shape, sprinkle on your chosen topping and get them straight back in the fridge. As an extra measure, you can also use catering gloves.

Why are my truffles not setting?

The most common cause is too much cream or too little chocolate. A good rule of thumb is a 2:1 ratio of chocolate to cream. Be sure to weigh both ingredients to get it just right.

How far in advance can you make chocolate truffles?

When stored right (in an airtight container and in the fridge), they can be enjoyed for up to two weeks. Now all you must do is resist temptation every time you open the fridge.

Do you need to refrigerate homemade truffles?

Definitely. After making them, place your finished treats in an airtight container and chill for a few hours to make sure they set properly. For that melt-in-your-mouth experience, they’re best enjoyed at room temperature (around 18°C) so leave enough time for this to happen before serving.