Description
Homemade Chocolate Truffles made with smooth plant-based cream and natural ingredients create rich, creamy, and decadent treats perfect for any occasion. These melt-in-your-mouth truffles require no baking and can be customized with various coatings and flavors, delivering a luxurious yet simple indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 200g Dark Chocolate (plant-based), finely chopped
- 100ml Plant-Based Cream
- 2 tbsp Maple Syrup (natural)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (natural)
- 1 tbsp Cocoa Powder (natural), for dusting
- 1/2 tsp Natural Gelling Agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Ganache: Chop the dark chocolate finely and place it in a heatproof bowl. Warm the plant-based cream gently over low heat until it starts to steam but does not boil. Pour the warm cream over the chocolate and let it sit for a minute to soften. Then, stir thoroughly until you get a glossy, smooth mixture.
- Add Flavor and Sweetness: Mix in the maple syrup (natural) and vanilla extract (natural) to the ganache. Stir until well combined. If using any natural gelling agent, incorporate it now and mix until perfectly dissolved to set the texture.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the ganache is firm enough to shape comfortably.
- Shape the Truffles: Using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop out portions of the chilled ganache and quickly roll them between your palms to form smooth balls. Place the truffles on a parchment-lined tray.
- Coat and Finish: Roll each truffle in cocoa powder (natural) or your preferred coating, then set them back on the tray. Chill again for about 30 minutes to firm up, then enjoy!
Notes
- Use Quality Chocolate: The better the chocolate, the richer and smoother your truffles will be.
- Keep Hands Cool: Warm hands can melt the ganache quickly, so chill your hands or use two spoons to shape the truffles.
- Experiment with Coatings: Cocoa powder, crushed nuts, or even coconut flakes add interesting textures and flavors.
- Store Properly: Keep your truffles in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain freshness and texture.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste your ganache before chilling to tweak sweetness based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Bake
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate truffles, plant-based dessert, vegan chocolate, homemade truffles, no-bake sweets
