Chocolate Peppermint Truffles
Easy Homemade Chocolate Peppermint Truffles make a delightful hostess gift or party favor during the holidays.
Servings: 24
Equipment
- OXO Good Grips Small Cookie Scoop
Ingredients
- 4 ounces quality chocolate bars, chopped I used Ghirardelli semi-sweet
- ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter softened
- ½ teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- Toppings: Holiday non-pariels confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Place chocolate and butter in a heat-proof bowl. Set aside.4 ounces quality chocolate bars, chopped
- Heat the heavy cream until it is simmering over medium heat. Just until bubbles form around the edge of the pan.⅔ cup heavy whipping cream
- Add the butter to the chocolate and pour the heavy cream evenly on top. Let the warm cream and chocolate sit for 5 minutes. Add the peppermint extract and stir until the chocolate has completely melted. Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface (to avoid condensation) and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.1 Tablespoon unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon pure peppermint extract
- Scoop the set truffle mixture into 2 teaspoon-sized mounds. Roll each into balls.
- Roll each into desired toppings. Store, covered tightly, at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate up to 2 weeks.Toppings: Holiday non-pariels
