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Homemade Valentine’s Day Truffles

Published: Feb 12, 2017 · Modified: Jan 31, 2021 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

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Easy, homemade Valentine’s Day truffles are the perfect gift! Made with chocolate, honey and cream. 

Homemade chocolate truffles in a red Valentine's Day tin

It’s been quite some time since I posted a recipe for Valentine’s Day! I think the last Valentine’s-themed dessert I posted was a recipe for gluten free brownies, which isn’t the most romantic dessert on the planet (but, it is the perfect recipe for a Bachelor-viewing party, ‘Galentine’s Day’ potluck).

I think it’s because I’m not really the most dessert-loving gal out there–savoury is more my style–but I know that many of you love desserts and love to make homemade gifts for your loved ones, so this recipe is for you! While you can definitely buy something, a generic card or a box of chocolates, I think if you really want to show someone how much you care for them, there is nothing better than a homemade gift. And a box of homemade truffles? Sign me up.

Chocolate in Brussels

For a while, I always thought that truffles were a little too rich for me, but when I was in Brussels a couple of years ago with my sister, I may have changed my mind. Everywhere you went, chocolate was around the corner, and the truffles? Oh my god. I don’t think I have ever had anything quite so delicious. I mean, I have always loved chocolate (chocolate ice cream was my ice cream order growing up), but I think being in Belgium, kind of the epicentre of chocolate, made me truly smitten.

This recipe for homemade Valentine’s Day truffles really couldn’t be any easier. It takes a little bit of planning ahead because you have to refrigerate the chocolate mixture for two to three hours before you can roll it. I like to roll mine in cocoa powder or flaked coconut, but you could also roll these in finely chopped nuts (pecans or pistachios would be incredible).

Chopped chocolate in a bowl with warm cream being poured on top

It all starts by heating cream and butter (yes, did I mention that truffles are quite the indulgence?), which is then poured over a combination of semisweet and bittersweet chocolate. I found that this combination of chocolate resulted in the perfect balance of bittersweet truffles–they shouldn’t be too sweet.

Once the chocolate is melted, you whisk in some honey and vanilla extract and that’s it. Throw it in the fridge for a couple of hours, then roll into balls and you’ve got yourself some incredible homemade truffles ready to eat or give as a gift.

Louisa Clements

Yields 32 truffles

30 minPrep Time

3 hrCook Time

3 hr, 30 Total Time

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Ingredients

  • 3 oz semisweet chocolate, roughly chopped
  • 5 oz bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup 35% whipping cream
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • Icing sugar, coconut or cocoa powder for rolling

Instructions

  1. Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
  2. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, over medium-high heat, heat cream with butter until butter begins to bubble and melt. Pour over chocolate and mix until smooth.
  3. Whisk in honey and vanilla. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 2-3 hours.
  4. Using a tablespoon or a mini ice cream scoop, scoop out the mixture and roll in the palm of your hand into 1-inch balls.
  5. Roll the truffles in coconut, icing sugar or cocoa powder. Repeat with remaining chocolate.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
    Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 2898
  • % Daily Value*

  • Total Fat: 198 g 304.62%
  • Saturated Fat: g 0%
  • Cholesterol: mg 0%
  • Sodium: mg 0%
  • Potassium: mg 0%
  • Total Carbohydrate: 192 g %
  • Sugar: g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Vitamin A: 0%
  • Calcium: mg 0%
  • Iron: mg 0%
  • * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Let me know if you give these homemade Valentine’s Day truffles a try in the comments below.

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  1. Daljit

    February 18, 2018 at 6:48 pm

    when i was rolling the chocolate into balls, it was sticking so much to my hands and was really hard to roll them. i did refrigerate them for 3 hours and they were firm for next time what do you suggest i do thanks
    Reply
    • Lou

      February 20, 2018 at 9:13 pm

      Hi Daljit, thank you for your comment, I hope you enjoyed the truffles! The chocolate will stick to your hands slightly while rolling, I recommend rolling with wet hands to minimize this.
      Reply
  2. Mairin

    February 18, 2018 at 3:38 pm

    I was very annoyed and disappointed by the error in your recipe regarding chocolate types. It behoves you as a writer to double and even triple check the accuracy of your writing before sharing a recipe with others. One tip is to read the article aloud before finalizing it; then the errors become glaringly obvious!
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    • Lou

      February 20, 2018 at 9:11 pm

      Hi Mairin, thank you for your feedback. I appreciate you taking the time to comment, I hope you were able to try this recipe. The mistake was corrected to reflect the accurate ingredient lists. Thanks!
      Reply
  3. Shaz

    February 13, 2018 at 3:39 pm

    I’m wondering how if there is an error with the recipe. Both of the chocolates listed say bittersweet. Is one meant to be semi-sweet? Thanks
    Reply
    • Lou

      February 13, 2018 at 6:09 pm

      Hi Shaz, yes that is an error, it should be 3oz semisweet and 5oz bittersweet. I have corrected it, thank you!
      Reply
  4. Carrie

    February 13, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    You list 3 oz and 5 oz both of bitter sweet chocolate. Can you please confirm this is correct?
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    • Lou

      February 13, 2018 at 6:08 pm

      Hi Carrie, thank you for your comment, it is an error, it should be 3oz semisweet and 5oz bittersweet. I have corrected it, thank you!
      Reply
  5. Caroline

    February 13, 2017 at 9:37 am

    These truffles look so delicious and easy to make too!
    Reply
    • Lou

      February 14, 2017 at 5:26 pm

      Thank you, Caroline! Let me know if you give it a try. :)
      Reply
  6. Catriba

    February 13, 2017 at 7:37 am

    Can,t wait to try these...
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    • Lou

      February 14, 2017 at 5:26 pm

      Thanks! Let me know how they go.
      Reply

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