Description
Indulge your senses with these delightful boozy dark chocolate peppermint truffles! Combining rich, high-quality dark chocolate with a refreshing hint of peppermint, these easy-to-make treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their glossy finish and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re guaranteed to impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re sharing them as gifts or savoring them yourself, each bite promises a luxurious experience that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- 2 tbsp peppermint schnapps (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and butter until fully combined.
- Add peppermint extract and schnapps (if using) and mix well.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
- Scoop out portions of ganache, roll into balls, and coat in cocoa powder.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg