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Easy Christmas Chocolate Truffles

Rich, creamy chocolate truffles coated in festive holiday toppings. A no-bake Christmas dessert perfect for parties and gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Truffle Base
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter optional
Coatings
  • 0.5 cup cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cup crushed candy canes
  • 0.5 cup holiday sprinkles
  • 1 cup melted chocolate for dipping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Heat-safe bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Heat heavy cream until steaming but not boiling.
  2. Pour cream over chocolate and let sit 3–5 minutes.
  3. Stir until smooth; add butter if desired.
  4. Chill for 1–2 hours until firm.
  5. Scoop and roll into balls.
  6. Coat in cocoa powder, crushed candy canes, sprinkles, or melted chocolate.
  7. Chill again until firm.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best results. Keep refrigerated for freshness.