Delicious Peppermint Mocha Truffles
These peppermint mocha truffles are a quick and easy festive treat combining rich dark chocolate, a subtle coffee kick, and a bright peppermint zing. Perfect for holiday gatherings or thoughtful homemade gifts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa)
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp instant espresso powder
- ¼ tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 3–4 candy canes or peppermint candies, crushed
- Cocoa powder or finely crushed chocolate cookies (optional, for coating)
Instructions
- Pour ½ cup (120 ml) of heavy cream into a small saucepan and heat over medium until it just starts to simmer (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat immediately.
- Place 8 oz (225 g) of chopped dark chocolate or chips in a heatproof mixing bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes to soften.
- Gently stir the chocolate and cream together with a spatula until smooth and glossy. Microwave for 10-second intervals if needed, stirring in between until fully melted.
- Stir in 2 tbsp (28 g) softened unsalted butter, 1 tsp instant espresso powder, ¼ tsp peppermint extract, and 1 tbsp powdered sugar until fully combined and silky.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the ganache is firm but pliable.
- Crush 3-4 candy canes or peppermint candies finely using a food processor or rolling pin and set aside.
- Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, scoop out portions of the ganache and quickly roll into balls between your palms.
- Roll each ball in the crushed peppermint candies or cocoa powder and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the truffles for another 30 minutes to set completely before serving.
Notes
Do not overheat the cream to avoid grainy texture. Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor. Adjust peppermint extract to taste to avoid overpowering. Keep hands cool when rolling truffles. Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 2 weeks or freeze up to 3 months. Let truffles sit at room temperature 10-15 minutes before serving for softer texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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