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Peppermint Chocolate Truffle Recipe

Easy homemade peppermint chocolate truffles are simple and the perfect addition to any holiday party or cookie tray.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Chill & Rest6 hours
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. chopped semisweet chocolate I used four 4 oz. bars
  • 1 c. heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tsp. peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

For the coating:

  • 16 oz. Ghirardelli Dark or White Melting Wafers
  • 1/4 c. finely crushed peppermint candy canes or sprinkles

Instructions

  • In a medium size glass bowl, combine the chocolate chips with the heavy cream. Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute, then whisk. Microwave for 30 seconds on HIGH, then whisk. Repeat if necessary until smooth. Whisk in extracts.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Transfer to the refrigerator and allow to chill for 4-6 hours or until the mixture is firm.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Remove the chocolate from the fridge. Working quickly, use a small cookie scoop (2 teaspoons in size) to scoop and roll into smooth, round balls. 
  • Add a toothpick into the center of each ball. Chill for 1 hour.
  • In a glass mason jar or a microwave-safe drinking glass, melt half of melting wafers. Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute, then 30 second increments until smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes, stirring every minute or so.
  • Using the toothpick, dip the truffle into the chocolate, swirling until completely coated. Shake any excess chocolate back into the glass. Return to the lined baking sheet. Repeat until finished using remaining 8 oz. of chocolate.
  • Drizzle tops with remaining melted chocolate, then sprinkle on crushed candy canes (or sprinkles) if desired.
  • Return to the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • You can use a fork or a special dipping fork (for chocolate making) instead of the toothpicks.
  • I prefer not to put candies in the truffles because it make them lumpy.

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 168mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1.2mg