Smooth Chocolate Truffles that melt in the mouth
These melt-in-the-mouth chocolate truffles are to die for...and moreish. They are easy to make and are perfect for a special occasion, used as petits fours or even for gifting. Make these in advance and enjoy coating them with your favourite toppings.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Chill time 3 hours hrs
Total Time 3 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
- 200 g dark chocolate AT least 60% solids
- 150 ml double cream
- 25 g butter unsalted
- 1 tbsp sugar coconut or demerara
- cocoa powder, finely chopped pistachio or your favourite topping
Make the cream: Roughly chop the chocolate and tip in a bowl. In a saucepan add the butter, cream and sugar, and heat until the cream starts to simmer.
Make the ganache: Pour the hot mixture over the chocolate and mix well until smooth. Leave to cool and chill for 3 hours.
Shape into truffles: Dip a melon scoop or round spoon in hot water and scoop the mixture into balls. Roll the balls in the toppings of your choice until coated. Leave to chill on parchment paper for 1 hour before serving.