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Mint Chocolate Chip Truffles

Irresistible Mint Chocolate Chip Truffles You Can Make at Home

These Mint Chocolate Chip Truffles are a quick and delightful treat that combines rich chocolate with refreshing mint.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffle Mix
  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate finely chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • ½ cup mini semisweet chocolate chips for extra bursts of chocolate
For the Coating
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Equipment

  • Heatproof bowl
  • small saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Melt the semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream and unsalted butter over medium until it simmers. Pour over chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes.
  2. Stir the mixture until smooth and glossy, then add peppermint extract and mini chocolate chips.
  3. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for about 2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop portions of the mixture and roll them into balls.
  5. Roll each truffle in cocoa powder and return to the baking sheet.
  6. Chill the truffles for an additional 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 15mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store finished truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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