Description
Experience a burst of sweetness and creamy chocolate with these delightful strawberry truffles. Perfect for parties or a sweet escape at home, these treats are a hit every time. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they bring everyone together—whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare your strawberries by washing them gently and patting them dry.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then mix in the finely chopped strawberries until evenly distributed.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until firm.
- Scoop out portions using a melon baller or small cookie scoop onto parchment paper and roll into balls quickly.
- Dust each truffle with cocoa powder before placing them back on parchment to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Use ripe, seasonal strawberries for maximum flavor. Feel free to substitute strawberries with other berries or add vanilla extract for extra depth. Experiment with different coatings like crushed nuts or coconut for added texture.