Hazelnut Truffles

Indulge in the luxurious world of homemade chocolate confections with these decadent Hazelnut Truffles, a perfect blend of rich dark chocolate, creamy hazelnut paste, and the delightful crunch of roasted hazelnuts. In just 20 minutes of preparation, you can create velvety-smooth ganache truffles rolled in a nutty, cocoa-dusted coating that melts in your mouth with every bite. Infused with vanilla and a touch of salt for depth, these artisanal treats are easy to make yet impressively sophisticated, making them ideal for gifting or serving at special occasions. With simple ingredients like 70% dark chocolate, heavy cream, and chopped hazelnuts, this recipe is a chocolate lover's dream come true. Serve chilled or at room temperature for the ultimate gourmet experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
• 120 ml Heavy cream
• 20 grams Unsalted butter
• 50 grams Hazelnut paste
• 60 grams Roasted hazelnuts (chopped)
• 30 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 pinch Pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not boil.

Step 3

Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.

Step 4

Gently stir the mixture with a spatula until the chocolate and cream are fully combined into a smooth ganache.

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter, hazelnut paste, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the ganache. Stir until the butter is melted and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ganache for 2-3 hours, or until it is firm enough to scoop.

Step 7

Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, scoop out portions of the ganache and roll them into small balls with your hands.

Step 8

Roll each truffle in the chopped roasted hazelnuts, pressing gently to adhere the nuts to the surface.

Step 9

Dust the truffles with unsweetened cocoa powder for a decorative finish.

Step 10

Refrigerate the truffles for at least 30 minutes to set. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	484.6 grams (484.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2521

Total Fat 213.80g	274%
Saturated Fat 90.40g	452%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 164mg	55%
Sodium 223mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 129.40g	47%
Dietary Fiber 43.20g	154%
Total Sugars 53.90g
Protein 38.20g	76%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 313mg	24%
Iron 33mg	185%
Potassium 2653mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.2%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 19.9%