Chocolate Truffles
These cute little chocolate bites are perfect for the holidays and easy to make
Equipment
- 1 medium saucepan
Ingredients
- 3 175g packages of semi sweet chocolate chips *or your favorite
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract *optional Liqueurs of choice (2-4 Tbsp) instead of the vaniall extract.
For the coatings
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- unsweetened coconut flakes
- crushed candy cane dust
- espresso powder
- sprinkles *colored to match the occassion
- finely chopped nuts
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over med heat, add the 3 175g packages of semi sweet chocolate chips and 1 can sweetened condensed milk and melt until nearly smooth, remove from heat then add the 1 tsp vanilla extract (or liqueurs if using-2-4 Tbsp depending on how strong you want them)
- Pour the mixture into a bowl and cover loosely with plastic and put in the refrigerator to chill 1 - 2 hours until firm.
- using a mini scoop, roll about 1 Tbsp of filling into balls about 1" diameter
- Add 3-4 Tbsp of your favorite topping or toppings to a small bowl or plate, then roll each truffle into one topping then chill 1 hour.
- Store covered at room temperature in an airtight container
Notes
These truffles are very easy to make and are a perfect little treat for the Holidays.