Super easy square truffles: Mind Your Temper

Print this story

Has all this talk of chocolate inspired you to try making your own at home?

Mind Your Temper chocolatier Nel Vincencio says this is the easiest recipe he knows for beginners.

INGREDIENTS

• 250g 70% dark chocolate
• 1 Tbsp coconut oil
• 75ml liquid (water, cream, coconut milk, or almond milk)

METHOD

1. Place the chocolate and coconut oil in a bowl and melt in the microwave.
2. In a sauce pot, heat your choice of liquid until just before it boils.
3. Add half of the warm liquid to the chocolate while stirring. Note: The amount of liquid needed can vary depending on the fat content of the chocolate used.
4. Gradually add the remaining liquid in increments. You can add more liquid or less at this stage while checking the emulsion until you reach the desired consistency – spreadable, like Nutella or peanut butter. You now have ganache.
5. Spread the ganache on a tray, aiming for a thickness of at least 10mm.
6. Refrigerate the tray for about 30 minutes until the ganache is firm to the touch.
7. Using a knife, cut the ganache into squares. These do not need to be rolled into rounds but can be if you prefer truffle balls.
8. To finish, cover the squares in cacao powder or desiccated coconut. Serve and enjoy.

Ready for more of a challenge? To learn how to turn chocolate into edible art, book a chocolate-making class at Mind Your Temper and create something truly special. mindyourtemper.co.nz