Description
Brownie Truffles are the perfect bite-sized indulgence, combining the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the lusciousness of chocolate truffles. Each bite offers a burst of chocolate flavor, making them a favorite treat for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 batch of homemade or store-bought brownies (about 9x9 inches or equivalent)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream (for a dairy-free option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Additional toppings like crushed nuts, sprinkles, crushed cookies, or melted chocolate (optional)
Instructions
- Bake your brownies or use a ready-made batch. Let them cool completely. Crumble them into fine crumbs in a large bowl, removing any large chunks.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together. Stir until smooth and glossy. Add vanilla extract. Let it cool slightly until thickened but still soft.
- Pour ganache into the crumbled brownies. Mix using your hands or a spatula until the mixture is sticky and holds together. Add more ganache if too dry.
- Scoop out a tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to set.
- Roll chilled truffles in cocoa powder, sprinkles, crushed cookies, or dip in melted chocolate. Allow any coatings to set before serving.
Notes
- Chill ganache slightly before mixing to avoid a runny mixture.
- Lightly oil your hands when rolling to prevent sticking.
- For quick setting, place the truffles in the freezer instead of the fridge.
- Use flavor variations like peppermint extract, orange zest, or instant coffee for unique twists.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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