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Create Decadent Coffee Truffles

Create Decadent Coffee Truffles
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Learn how to create decadent coffee truffles with simple pantry ingredients. These luxurious homemade treats combine rich dark chocolate and robust coffee flavors for a smooth, creamy, and indulgent experience perfect for gifting or savoring yourself.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 200g high-quality dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa), chopped
  • 100ml heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder
  • 30g unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Coating

  • Cocoa powder, for rolling
  • Optional: finely ground coffee, crushed nuts, shredded coconut

Optional Sweetener

  • Honey or maple syrup, to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ganache Base: Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, gently heat the heavy cream and instant coffee or espresso powder just until simmering. Pour the hot mixture over the chopped chocolate, let it sit for a minute to soften, then stir until smooth and glossy.
  2. Add Butter and Flavor: Stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract into the smooth ganache until fully incorporated, enriching the texture and flavor.
  3. Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the ganache for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to handle.
  4. Shape the Truffles: Using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop portions of the chilled ganache and quickly roll between your palms to form smooth, round balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Coat and Finish: Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or alternative coatings like finely ground coffee or crushed nuts. Arrange on a tray and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set the coating.

Notes

  • Use high-quality dark chocolate for the richest and smoothest truffles.
  • Heat cream just until simmering to preserve flavor and texture.
  • Roll truffles quickly as ganache softens at room temperature.
  • Experiment with different coatings such as shredded coconut, sea salt, or espresso beans.
  • Store truffles chilled in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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Keywords: coffee truffles, chocolate truffles, homemade truffles, coffee dessert, no-bake truffles, vegan options

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