Chocolate Ganache Truffles

Recipe by Everyday Food

Rich, silky chocolate truffles made from a classic ganache. This recipe shows the exact 2:1 chocolate‑to‑cream ratio for perfect truffles, with tips for chopping, melting, chilling, and coating.

EasyAmericanServes 6

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Source Video
1h
Prep
5m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 15m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$5.50
Per serving:$0.92

Critical Success Points

  • Chop chocolate into uniform pieces.
  • Heat cream to a gentle simmer without boiling.
  • Let hot cream sit on chocolate for 5‑10 minutes before stirring.
  • Whisk until the ganache is completely smooth.

Safety Warnings

  • Hot cream can cause serious burns – handle the pot with a pot holder.
  • Use a steady hand when chopping chocolate with a serrated knife.

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