Chocolate Truffles
Recipe by Everyday Food
A foolproof, elegant chocolate truffle recipe that uses just high‑quality chocolate, heavy cream, and a touch of orange liqueur. The ganache is chilled, scooped, rolled, and coated in a variety of festive toppings – perfect for holiday gifts or a luxurious treat.
EasyAmericanServes 12
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Source Video
59m
Prep
5m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 14m
Total
Cost Breakdown
Total cost:$8.31
Per serving:$0.69
Critical Success Points
- • Finely chopping the chocolate to avoid grainy texture
- • Allowing the hot cream to sit on the chocolate for 2 minutes before whisking
- • Whisking until the ganache is completely smooth
- • Chilling the ganache until firm before scooping
- • Rolling the truffles quickly before the ganache softens
Safety Warnings
- • Hot cream can cause severe burns – handle with care
- • Use a serrated knife slowly to avoid slips
- • Alcoholic liqueur is flammable; keep away from open flame
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