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5 Amazing Double Chocolate Peppermint Truffles Joy

Double Chocolate Peppermint Truffles
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Create rich, decadent Double Chocolate Peppermint Truffles perfect for holiday gifting or serving as an impressive dessert. These bites deliver intense chocolate flavor balanced with cool peppermint.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces good quality bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 8 ounces good quality milk chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup cocoa powder, for dusting
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the chopped bittersweet and milk chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just simmers. Do not boil.
  3. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the room temperature butter, peppermint extract, and salt to the chocolate mixture.
  5. Gently whisk the mixture starting from the center, moving outward, until the ganache is completely smooth and glossy.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface of the ganache to prevent a skin from forming.
  7. Refrigerate the ganache for at least 4 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.
  8. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  9. Use a small spoon or a cookie scoop to portion the chilled ganache. Roll each portion quickly between your palms to form smooth balls. Work fast as the warmth of your hands will melt the chocolate.
  10. Place the formed truffles on the prepared baking sheet.
  11. Pour the cocoa powder into a shallow dish. Roll each truffle in the cocoa powder until fully coated.
  12. If desired, roll the coated truffles in crushed peppermint candies for extra flair.
  13. Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Allow them to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for the best texture.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor payoff.
  • If the ganache becomes too hard to scoop, let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before trying again.
  • For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate in the mix.
  • Peppermint extract is strong; start with less and add more to taste before chilling.

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