Are truffles just ganache?

Truffles are traditionally made with a chocolate ganache filling and rolled-in ingredients such as sprinkles, nuts, additional chocolate, or freeze-dried fruit.

What chocolate is vegan-friendly?

Chocolate alone is vegan-friendly and 100% plant-based, but it is often combined with milk or dairy ingredients to make it creamier and less bitter tasting. Many brands of dark chocolates are often vegan-friendly, but if you are looking for vegan brands, try EnjoyLife or take a look at this helpful article: 23 Best Vegan Chocolate Bars You Can Find at Most Supermarkets .

Do chocolate truffles have mushrooms?

Great question! If you are familiar with the decadent truffle mushrooms, you might be wondering if they’re incorporated into this chocolate dessert. While the name may be the same, these vegan truffles are made with a chocolate ganache - no mushrooms included! For a recipe using truffle oil, you may enjoy our Garlic Truffle Aioli .

Are truffles gluten-free?

Yes, these vegan truffles are gluten-free. If you are gluten-intolerant or celiac, always check that the dark chocolate you’re purchasing is made in a gluten-free friendly facility.

Classic Dark Chocolate Vegan Truffles

Description

These Vegan Truffles are filled with a dark chocolate ganache, then rolled in cocoa powder for a final, elegant touch. They’re rich, velvety, and the perfect vegan spin on the classic French truffles. Dazzle your loved ones with these decadent sweet treats during holidays and special occasions.

Ingredients

8 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped
½ cup coconut milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons cocoa powder

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Instructions

Add the chopped chocolate to a heat-proof bowl.
Heat the coconut milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Pour the hot coconut milk over the chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, add the vanilla extract and stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Press plastic wrap against the surface of the chocolate mixture and place it in the fridge to chill for at least two hours.
Add the cocoa powder to a shallow dish. Once the mixture is chilled, scoop out 2-3 teaspoons of the mixture and quickly roll it into balls in your hands. Roll the balls in cocoa powder. If the chocolate becomes too sticky while rolling, place it in the fridge for a few minutes to firm up before continuing.
Enjoy at room temperature and store any extra truffles in the fridge. Enjoy!

Notes

Make sure your chocolate is finely chopped. If the pieces are too large, the chocolate will not melt properly.
If your coconut milk is separated in the can, thoroughly mix it until homogenous before measuring and heating. We like using our blender for this.
Instead of cocoa powder, you can also roll your truffles in chopped nuts, ground freeze-dried berries, or even sprinkles.

Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop