Chocolate Truffles

Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 200 g milk chocolate (or dark, your choice)
• 100 ml heavy cream
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

For the coating:

• 200 g chocolate (milk or dark)
• 2 tbsp chopped nuts or crispy bits (optional, for texture)

Instructions:

1. Make the filling
   
   • Heat the cream until just warm (don’t boil).
   • Pour over chopped chocolate.
   • Let sit 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
   • Add butter and vanilla, mix well.
3. Chill
   
   • Pour mixture into a lined dish.
   • Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm.
5. Shape
   
   • Cut into bars or roll into logs like in the picture.
7. Coat
   
   • Melt the coating chocolate.
   • Dip each piece until fully covered.
   • Sprinkle nuts if desired.
9. Set
   
   • Place on parchment paper and let set at room temp or in the fridge.

✨ Tips:

• For a lighter texture, whip the ganache slightly before chilling.
• Add crushed biscuits or hazelnuts inside for extra crunch.
• Keep refrigerated for best texture.