Description
Indulge in the luxurious taste of Dark Chocolate Coffee Truffles, where rich dark chocolate meets bold coffee flavor. These easy-to-make truffles are perfect for gifting or enjoying as a personal treat. With simple ingredients and a delightful finish, they are an ideal dessert for coffee lovers looking for a sophisticated and decadent experience.
Ingredients
1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
1 tablespoon instant coffee or espresso powder
1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Unsweetened cocoa powder or finely ground coffee, for coating
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the instant coffee until fully dissolved.
- Place the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot coffee-infused cream over the chocolate and let sit for 1-2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
- Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or ground coffee to coat, then place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill until firm, then serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
These truffles can be customized with different coatings like crushed nuts or flavored cocoa powder.
For an extra flavor boost, consider adding flavored extracts or liqueurs to the chocolate mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 18 truffles
- Calories: 60 kcal