Description
Indulge in the rich, intense flavor of these Dark Chocolate Coffee Truffles. A perfect blend of dark chocolate and espresso, these truffles are a decadent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Truffles:
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), finely chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Coating:
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare Chocolate Mixture: Place chopped dark chocolate in a bowl. Heat cream, butter, espresso powder, vanilla, and salt in a saucepan until hot. Pour over chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth.
- Chill Mixture: Refrigerate chocolate mixture until firm enough to scoop, about 2-3 hours.
- Shape Truffles: Scoop portions and roll into balls. Coat each truffle in cocoa powder.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate truffles for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use instant coffee instead of espresso powder for a milder flavor.
- Store truffles in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
