Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavor of these Dark Chocolate Coffee Truffles. A perfect blend of dark chocolate and espresso, these no-bake treats are a delightful dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Truffles:
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher, finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Coating:
- Unsweetened cocoa powder or finely ground espresso beans for coating
Instructions
- Prepare Truffle Mixture: Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heat-safe bowl. Heat the heavy cream, butter, and espresso powder in a saucepan until simmering. Pour over chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth. Add vanilla and salt.
- Chill: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours until firm.
- Shape Truffles: Scoop and roll the mixture into small balls.
- Coat: Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or ground espresso.
- Serve: Store in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- For a boozy twist, add 1 tablespoon of coffee liqueur or dark rum.
- Truffles can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 week or frozen for longer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
