Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Peppermint Truffles, a harmonious blend of creamy dark chocolate and refreshing peppermint. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are not only easy to prepare but also perfect for any celebration, from holiday gatherings to birthdays. With a simple recipe that allows for personal touches, these truffles promise to be the star of your dessert table, leaving everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), finely chopped
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
- ½ cup crushed candy canes (for coating)
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, place the finely chopped dark chocolate and set over simmering water or microwave in short bursts until fully melted. Stir until smooth.
- Combine ingredients: Remove from heat and stir in sweetened condensed milk and peppermint extract until well blended.
- Chill: Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
- Shape truffles: Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion out small balls, rolling them between your palms for uniformity.
- Coat: Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or crushed candy canes and place on parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 14mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg