Description
Sinful no bake chocolate Kahlua truffles blend rich cocoa with smooth coffee liqueur, creating an indulgent dessert that dances between elegance and comfort. Guests will swoon over these velvety chocolate bites, perfect for intimate gatherings or quiet moments of pure chocolate bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate and Liqueur Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua (or other coffee liqueur)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Ingredient:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
Coating Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (30 grams) cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (30 grams) finely chopped nuts (optional, like almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans)
- ¼ cup (30 grams) powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Finely chop dark chocolate and transfer to a heat-resistant mixing vessel, ensuring uniform small pieces for smooth melting.
- Gently warm heavy cream in a saucepan over moderate temperature until tiny bubbles appear around the edges, avoiding aggressive boiling.
- Carefully cascade the steaming cream over chocolate, allowing it to rest undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to initiate gradual melting.
- Whisk the mixture with deliberate, smooth motions until chocolate transforms into a glossy, homogeneous liquid with no visible solid fragments.
- Incorporate Kahlua, vanilla extract, and a delicate pinch of salt, stirring until the liquid develops a harmonious, rich flavor profile.
- Transfer the silky chocolate mixture into a container, seal with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent air exposure, and refrigerate for a minimum of two hours.
- Once thoroughly chilled and solidified, utilize a melon baller or carefully crafted hand movements to sculpt uniform chocolate spheres.
- Create an engaging exterior by rolling each truffle through cocoa powder, crushed toasted nuts, or decorative sprinkles for textural contrast.
- Return the coated truffles to the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes to ensure structural integrity before serving.
Notes
- Create uniform truffle sizes by using a small cookie scoop or melon baller for consistent, professional-looking results.
- Keep hands slightly cool and lightly dust with cocoa powder when rolling truffles to prevent chocolate from melting and sticking.
- Customize coating options like toasted coconut, crushed pistachios, or finely chopped chocolate for varied textures and flavor profiles.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, allowing flavors to develop and intensify over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks, Cocktails
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg