Description
Delightful bunny-shaped chocolate truffles that are perfect for celebrations and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) high-quality milk or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 12 oz (340g) milk or dark chocolate, melted (for dipping)
- 1/4 cup white chocolate (optional for decorative bunny details)
- Edible decorations like colored sprinkles or sugar eyes (optional)
Instructions
- Chop the chocolate and place it into a medium mixing bowl.
- In a small saucepan, bring the heavy cream just to a simmer.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 1 minute.
- Stir the mixture until smooth and glossy, adding vanilla if desired.
- Stir in the softened butter and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Cover and chill the ganache for about 2 hours until firm.
- Use a melon baller to scoop portions and roll into smooth balls.
- Pinch the top to form bunny ears.
- Melt the coating chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Dip each bunny into the melted chocolate and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Melt white chocolate for details and use it to decorate bunny faces.
- Sprinkle colored sprinkles while the coating is still wet.
- Chill for about 30 minutes to let the coating harden.
Notes
These truffles keep well in the fridge for up to a week and freeze beautifully for up to three months. Enjoy with creativity and joy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: chocolate, truffles, dessert, Easter, holiday, fun food