Nothing says “holiday cheer” like a box of homemade Christmas Truffles. These creamy, chocolatey confections are made with just a few ingredients and packed with rich flavor. They’re soft, decadent, and can be decorated a hundred different ways—making them perfect for holiday gifting or dessert platters. Best of all, no baking required!
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required – perfect for busy holiday schedules
- Customizable – coat in sprinkles, drizzle with icing, or add extracts
- Make-ahead friendly – store in the fridge or freeze in advance
- Fun to make with kids – hands-on and mess-friendly
- Ideal for gifting – pretty, portable, and festive
🧾 Ingredients
- 8 oz semi-sweet baking chocolate, finely chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Holiday sprinkles of your choice
- Optional: melted chocolate for coating (semi-sweet, dark, or white)
- Optional: holiday icing for decoration
🧑🍳 Instructions
- Chop & Melt Chocolate
Finely chop the baking chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. Heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chocolate. Add vanilla extract and stir until fully melted and smooth. - Chill Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the chocolate mixture to prevent condensation. Refrigerate for 2 hours until firm. - Roll Into Balls
Scoop out 1 tablespoon portions and roll into smooth balls. If the mixture is too sticky, chill briefly or rinse hands with cold water. - Decorate
Roll in sprinkles, drizzle with icing, or dip in melted chocolate. For chocolate coating, melt your choice of chocolate and roll truffles through before topping. - Set & Serve
Let decorated truffles sit at room temperature briefly, then refrigerate again for 20–30 minutes until firm. Enjoy at room temp for the creamiest texture.
📋 Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours + 20 minutes
- Servings: 15 truffles
🍫 Nutrition Facts (Per Truffle)
- Calories: 167 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 11g
- Protein: 2g
- Sugar: 11g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
- Sodium: 13mg
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and vary by decoration choices.
💡 Tips & Variations
Tips for Success
- Use high-quality baking chocolate—avoid chocolate chips or snack bars
- Ensure the chocolate is fully chilled before rolling
- If truffles are sticky, chill them again or rinse your hands in cold water
Creative Variations
- Swap vanilla for almond, peppermint, or orange extract
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the filling
- Roll in cocoa powder, crushed candy canes, or shredded coconut
- Use white chocolate for a snowy holiday vibe
Christmas Truffles
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Small saucepan
- – Spoon or cookie scoop
- – Tray or plate
- – Plastic wrap
Ingredients
- – 8 oz semi-sweet baking chocolate finely chopped
- – ½ cup heavy cream
- – ½ tsp vanilla extract
- – 8 oz chocolate for coating optional
- – Assorted holiday sprinkles
- – Icing for decoration optional
Instructions
- Warm the heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering (do not boil).
- Pour over chopped chocolate and vanilla; stir until smooth.
- Chill mixture for 2 hours.
- Scoop and roll into balls.
- Decorate with sprinkles, icing, or melted chocolate.
- Chill for another 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
– Avoid chocolate chips
– Chill longer if mixture is too soft to roll
❓ FAQs
Can I use chocolate chips?
Not recommended—chocolate chips have added fats that affect texture.
Why is my mixture too soft after chilling?
You may have added too much cream. Remelt the mix and stir in more chopped chocolate.
How do I store truffles?
Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container. Serve at room temperature for the best texture.
Can I freeze these?
Yes! The mixture can be frozen up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
🎁 Conclusion
These Christmas Truffles are a guaranteed hit during the holidays—luxurious, beautiful, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re treating guests or gifting friends, they’re the perfect blend of flavor and festivity. Once you make them, you’ll want to add them to your holiday baking list every year!