Description
Christmas Peppermint Truffles are the perfect festive indulgence, combining rich dark chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends during the holiday season. With their beautiful appearance and delightful flavor, they also make excellent gifts for loved ones. Embrace the spirit of Christmas with these delectable truffles that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for rolling)
- ½ cup crushed candy canes (for rolling)
Instructions
- Chop the dark chocolate and melt it in a microwave-safe bowl in short bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
- Add peppermint extract and mix thoroughly.
- Chill the mixture in a shallow dish for 1 hour or until firm.
- Form bite-sized balls from the chilled mixture using your hands or a small scoop.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or crushed candy canes until fully coated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (18g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg