Handmade Artisan Dark Chocolate Truffles

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Rich and smooth dark chocolate truffles handcrafted with cream and cocoa powder for an indulgent homemade treat. This French-inspired sushi recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers dark chocolate (70% cacao), heavy cream, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 20, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 5 min Serves 20 French cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 8 oz chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1/2 cup heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer around the edges, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes to soften the chocolate.
  4. Step 4: Stir gently until smooth and glossy, then mix in 2 tbsp room temperature unsalted butter and 1 tsp vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Step 5: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
  6. Step 6: Using a teaspoon, scoop out small portions and roll between your palms into 1-inch balls.
  7. Step 7: Roll the truffles in 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder until evenly coated.
  8. Step 8: Optionally sprinkle with sea salt flakes for an added flavor contrast.
  9. Step 9: Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator and serve chilled.

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