What is the best way to make dark chocolate truffles?

Question

I want to make some dark chocolate truffles for Easter. I was looking on the Internet and there are so many different methods. Which technique works best for you? Do you have a to die for recipe or helpful tip? Thanks

Answer 1

Ghirardelli Dark Chocolate Truffles:

30 min 15 min prep
14 servings

1/3 cup heavy cream
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
2 cups 60% cocoa bittersweet chocolate chips
Coating
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa or 3/4 cup chopped almonds or pecans

1. Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan.
2. Add butter and stir until melted.
3. Add Ghirardelli chocolate.
4. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
5. Remove from heat and pour the chocolate mixture into a shallow bowl.
6. Cool, cover and put in refrigerator until firm, at least 2 hours.
7. Roll mixture in 1" ball and then roll in Ghirardelli Unsweetened Cocoa, chopped almonds or pecans.