The best homemade Christmas truffle recipe is here to make your holiday season extra special! Perfect for any chocolate lover, this no-bake recipe is a great idea when you want something festive and easy. They’re the perfect Christmas dessert for Christmas Day or any holiday gathering
Start by finely chopping 8 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate, and lining a cookie sheet with parchment paper
In a small pan, combine the chopped chocolate and heavy cream. Melt the chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and creamy
Remove from heat, stir in the peppermint extract, and mix well to distribute the flavor evenly.
Cover the chocolate mixture and refrigerate it for at least 1.5 hours, or until it’s firm enough to handle.
Once chilled, use a spoon or small cookie scoop (I used 1.5 Tablespoon cookie scoop) to portion the truffle mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls with cold hands to prevent melting. Place the truffles on a parchment-lined tray.
Melt 4 ounces of chocolate in a small, deep dish using a double boiler. Using a fork, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
Immediately top with sprinkles and crushed candy cane for that festive touch. Refrigerate the truffles for about 30 minutes to set. Keep them refrigerated until you’re ready to serve.