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Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Abby Marlow
Silky ganache meets cool peppermint in these easy no-bake Chocolate Peppermint Truffles—ready in minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 truffles
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ganache

  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.5 tsp peppermint extract

Coating

  • 3 tbsp crushed peppermint candies

Optional Coating

  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions
 

Ganache

  • Place semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
  • Heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium until just simmering, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour hot cream over chocolate and butter; let sit 2 minutes.
  • Stir until smooth, then blend in peppermint extract.
  • Cover and refrigerate ganache for 1 hour, until firm enough to scoop.

Coating

  • Use a teaspoon to scoop 1-inch balls; roll each in crushed peppermint or cocoa powder.
  • Return truffles to fridge for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
For an extra-firm texture, freeze for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Keyword chocolate peppermint truffles, easy truffle recipe, holiday treats, mint chocolate, no-bake