Chocolate truffles make the perfect homemade gift to give at Christmas, or to enjoy yourself while snuggled up in front of a festive film.
INGREDIENTS
- 225g of high quality chocolate, chopped into small pieces
- 120ml of double cream
- Tsp of vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder to coat
METHOD
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In a small pan, warm the double cream through on a gentle simmer.
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In a seperate bowl, add the chopped pieces of chocolate, before slowly pouring over the heated cream and vanilla extract. Leave to stand for two minutes before stirring into a smooth mixture.
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Allow the chocolate mixture to cool, before popping in the fridge to set for two hours.
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Once it's chilled, scoop a small amount from the bowl and roll (with clean hands) into a ball.
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Line a tray with greaseproof paper and place the balls on the tray, before refridgerating overnight.
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In the morning, take the balls out of the fridge and carefully roll them in cocoa powder.
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Now they are ready to enjoy! Alternatively, if you are giving these as a gift, pop them in a little gift box, lined with tissue paper.