Ganache chocolate truffles

by Metropol | December 17, 2025 8:35 am

Consider this your shortcut to instant chocolate bliss. These classic ganache truffles are silky, rich, and wonderfully generous, exactly the kind of treat that makes the kitchen smell indulgent and the platter disappear fast.

Classic, silky chocolate truffles that make a delicious centrepiece or gift, this recipe makes 18 to 24 truffles (depends how generous you are – these are a generous size, but you’re welcome to make them smaller).

INGREDIENTS

• 200g dark chocolate (or milk chocolate if you prefer – we used Whittaker’s)
• 150g cream

Coating options

• Cocoa powder
• Finely chopped nuts (we used pistachios)
• Desiccated coconut
• Freeze-dried raspberries

METHOD

1. Heat the cream
In a small saucepan, gently heat the 150g cream until it just reaches a simmer (bubbles around the edges).
Do not boil.

2. Melt the chocolate
Place the 200g chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate. Let it sit for 2 to 4 minutes without stirring. Stir slowly from the centre outwards until smooth and shiny.

3. Chill
Cover and refrigerate for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.

4. Roll the truffles
Scoop small balls using a teaspoon or small ice-cream scoop. Roll quickly between cold hands. Coat in cocoa, freeze-dried raspberries, chopped pistachios, or your chosen toppings.

5. Store
Keep in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 1 month.

 

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