These classic chocolate truffles are easy to make and give you the most decadent way to enjoy good quality chocolate. Plus, they are perfect for the holidays!

If you’re all about that candy lifestyle, I’ve got you covered!

These classic chocolate truffles are so packed full of rich chocolate flavor that you’ll want to eat them over and over again.

If you have never made truffles, you’ll be shocked to learn how easy they are to make!

I always add a touch of instant espresso powder to highlight the flavor of the chocolate.

Plus, it’s essential to use good-quality chocolate when you make these truffles. I will typically chop up a bar of good-quality chocolate instead of using chocolate chips.

I love the chocolate bars from Trader Joe’s as well!

Need MORE chocolate in your life? Try this flourless chocolate torte!

Ingredients to make classic chocolate truffles

• Semi-sweet chocolate – You want to make sure to use really good quality chocolate here. I like using semi-sweet or dark chocolate because it results in a more chocolate forward flavor instead of just sweetness.
• Heavy whipping cream – This helps melt the chocolate and bring the truffles together into a velvety smooth sweet treat.
• Instant espresso powder – Just a touch to bring out the flavor in the chocolate. This is optional but I really think it elevates the chocolate flavor.
• Vanilla extract – I love a touch of vanilla flavor with my chocolate so I like to use good quality vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste.
• Unsweetened cocoa powder – I use this to roll the truffles in so they don’t stick together. Not only does it bring in another level of chocolate flavor but it gives the truffle texture and makes it look pretty.

How do I store homemade chocolate truffles?

I usually make my batches of chocolate truffles on the smaller side.

You’ll see this recipe only makes about 12 truffles.

This is because I know I can eat them all within two weeks.

I store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container. I have also successfully stored them in my cool front bedroom (the heat is turned off in that room) for a 2-week period.

Can I roll the truffles in anything besides cocoa powder?

Of course!

I think that cocoa powder looks fancy and is easy to find.

However, there are lots of other things you can use!

• sprinkles – this adds a pop of color, and you can use whatever sprinkles match the holidays or theme.
• chopped nuts – I love using chopped pecans as it pairs with chocolate perfectly. I also really think rolling chocolate truffles in chopped pistachios looks really pretty.
• matcha powder – this brings a pop of color to the dark colored truffles that I really love. Plus, if you’re a fan of matcha you’ll love the flavor.
• crushed peppermint candies – such a fun seasonal twist to the truffles!
• chopped candied ginger – I love the flavor of candied ginger so this really works great with chocolate.
• toasted coconut – if you’re a big fan of coconut you’ll love this option!
• melted white or dark chocolate – If you want a traditional truffle you can always dip them in white or dark chocolate or candy melt.

Love these classic chocolate truffles?

Why not try a few more of my homemade candy recipes?

• Love all things peanut butter and chocolate? Try my Peanut Butter Buckeyes.
• Need a delicious toffee great for munching? Try my Brown Sugar Pecan Toffee.
• How about a twist to a classic holiday candy? Try my Homemade Maple Peanut Brittle.
• Feelign nutty? Try my Praline Pecans.