Not to be confused with the super expensive fungus, chocolate truffles are simply balls of rich, chocolate ganache, coated with various toppings or a simple dusting of cocoa powder.
This recipe is incredibly easy - the cream cheese adds a perfect smoothness, while the addition of rum extract and high-quality dark chocolate makes this confection irresistible. These make PERFECT gifts and go over really well at get-togethers.
Chocolate Truffles
loosely adapted from allrecipes.com
Ingredients:
1 8oz package cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioner's sugar
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted
2 oz bittersweet dark chocolate (70% cacao), melted
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp rum extract
2 Tbsp heavy cream
Toppings:
Shredded coconut
Chopped nuts
Chocolate sprinkles
Cocoa powder
Oreo cookie crumbs
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually beat in the confectioner's sugar until well blended.
Stir in melted chocolates, vanilla, rum extract and cream, stirring until no streaks remain. Chill for about 1 hour, then roll into small balls (or be lazy like me and use a scoop).
Roll chilled balls into desired toppings, then chill for 15 minutes.
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