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Chocolate Raspberry Truffles for Valentine’s day

Name: Chocolate Raspberry Truffles for Valentine’s day
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup dark chocolate chips; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup raspberry puree; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup cocoa powder or crushed nuts for coating

4.8/5

20 reviews

45min Total Time

12 people Servings

Easy Difficulty

Budget Cost

150 kcal Calories

Looking for a truffle recipe that won’t make you jump into a chocolate river? Here’s a sweet adventure!

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Ingredients

1 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup raspberry puree
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup cocoa powder or crushed nuts for coating

Instructions

Melt chocolate chips in a bowl with microwave or boiler

Stir in heavy cream and mix until smooth

Add raspberry puree and vanilla extract to chocolate mixture

Refrigerate mixture until firm, about 30 minutes

Scoop out truffle balls and coat with cocoa powder or nuts

Place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Chill in fridge for another 30 minutes before serving

Pro Tips

Use high-quality chocolate for best flavornExperiment with coatings like shredded coconutnLet your family help in rolling the truffles

Troubleshooting

Truffles are too soft? Chill longer before rollingnSeized chocolate? Use a bit of hot cream to fix

Recipe Variations

Try orange zest for a citrus twistnSubstitute different berries for unique flavorsnAdd a splash of espresso for depth

Serving Suggestions

Garnish with fresh raspberriesnServe with a dollop of whipped creamnPair with a hot beverage for indulgence

Nutrition Facts

150

Calories

Protein

16g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

Sugar

5mg

Sodium

5mg

Cholesterol

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Overheating chocolate can make it seizenNot cooling enough leads to messy trufflesnUsing too much puree makes truffles too soft

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use milk chocolate instead?

Yes, it will be sweeter and less intense.

How do I make raspberry puree?

Blend fresh raspberries until smooth; strain seeds if desired.

Can I use frozen raspberries?

Yes, thaw and blend them before use.

How can I make them vegan?

Use coconut cream and vegan chocolate.

What else can I coat them in?

Try crushed pistachios or shredded coconut.

Reviews

Sofia

Mar 12, 2026

Simply divine! Everyone asked for the recipe.

Raj

Mar 8, 2026

Great treat for parties, a real crowd-pleaser.

Maria

Mar 1, 2026

Rich and fruity, perfect combination!

Chen