Description
Rich and creamy peppermint chocolate truffles made with just 5 ingredients. Perfect for holidays, gifting, or a festive treat.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup (227g) heavy whipping cream
– 2 2/3 cups (454g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
– 5 1/2 tbsp (78g) unsalted butter, cubed
– 1 tsp peppermint extract
– 1 1/3 cups (226g) semi-sweet chocolate (for coating)
– 6 candy canes, crushed
Instructions
1. Heat cream and pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in butter and peppermint extract.
2. Chill ganache for 2 hours, then roll into balls.
3. Melt chocolate, dip truffles, and top with crushed candy canes. Let set for 1 hour.
Notes
– Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
– Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Holiday, Festive