Perfect Chocolate Covered Truffles Recipe Easy How-To Guide
Decadent chocolate covered peanut buttercream truffles with a rich, creamy filling and smooth chocolate shell. Perfect for gifting, parties, or a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240g) creamy peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips or candy melts
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until the filling forms a thick, moldable dough.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt semi-sweet chocolate chips or candy melts in 20-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off. Place back on the parchment paper.
- Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt or drizzle melted white chocolate over the truffles for added flair.
- Let the chocolate set by chilling the truffles in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing. Melt chocolate gently to avoid seizing. Chill the filling before dipping for easier handling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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