Chocolate Truffles with fresh berries for Valentine’s Day!
These chocolate truffles are made from a creamy ganache and coated with seasonal sprinkles, nuts or cocoa powder. Enjoy these with your favorite flavor combination or make little kabobs spearing the truffles between fresh fruit!
Did you know that $345 million in chocolate candy is sold during Valentine’s week? Yep. It’s true! I was curious so I goggled for that stat. I’m not surprised though. The last few years the line at my local See’s Candy Store was out the door and wrapped around the building.
Waiting for a concert, new movie release, or renewing your vehicle license? No. Nope. Not a chance! The lengthy line was to purchase those delicious chocolate morsels! Crazy, right?!
That wasn’t YOU I saw in line was it? Kidding.
This year I challenge you to show your appreciation for your loved ones by writing a note the old-fashioned way with a pen and paper, cook in or make your own sweet treats for your Valentine!
Truffles sound fancy and difficult to make and that’s not a bad misconception! These tasty pieces of chocolate are a cinch to whip up, and look like they require some pro kitchen skills!
I can’t think of anything more thoughtful than a gift that is homemade and edible. These bite size little confectioneries are sure to steal the heart of “Your Valentine.” Serve with bubbly and be sure to write in your note, “made with love.”
Want to “wow” your loves? Make this edible Chocolate Bag for these sweets!
Chocolate Truffles for Valentine's Day
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
- 1/4 cup whipping cream
- 1 Tablespoon butter or coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- cocoa powder, chopped nuts, sprinkles or any other coatings of your choice
- Fresh berries (optional)
Directions
- In a small saucepan combine chocolate, whipping cream and 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil. Stir over low heat until chocolate is melted and ingredients are mixed well. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Transfer to a small bowl and cool, stirring occasionally. Cover and freeze for about an hour. Remove from freezer and roll 12 portions into a ball. Roll each into sprinkles, chopped nuts or cocoa powder.
Claire
These look amazing! I can’t wait to try!
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Claire! Hope you love these little kabobs!
Rachael
These are so cute! and sound so good! I love the idea of truffle kabobs and fresh fruit! yum!
Sandra Shaffer
I try to use fresh fruit when it’s available. We’ve been lucky this season!
susan quackenbush
The family is going to love these. Thank you!!
Sandra Shaffer
Awesome! Thanks for commenting, Susan!
Michele @ Flavor Mosaic
This looks amazing! Perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Sandra Shaffer
Something sweet for your favorites 🙂
Choc Chip Uru
What a cute valentines day idea 😀
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you, CCU! XO
Scott
Truffles are my favorite, especially milk chocolate filled. Like how you made kabobs out of them!
Sandra Shaffer
Compact pieces of pure chocolate are so delicious! The fruit is a bonus 🙂
Bam's Kitchen
Happy Valentines to you, Sandra, a little bit early. I love how easy and yet how dramatic these little chocolate truffles are. Sharing everywhere, of course!
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you so much for your support, Bobbi! Hope you have something fun planned with your family!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama
Oh, I love these little truffle kabobs! What a clever dessert idea for Valentine’s Day. 🙂
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Carrie! I loved making these kabobs!
Rosey
Everything here turned out so cute. I love when strawberries are used for treats!
Sandra Shaffer
Strawberries are one of my favorite fruits and we get them year round here in California.
Nagi@RecipeTin Eats
OMG!! The most romantic truffles ever! I must make them for Valentines Day – thanks for sharing this gorgeous treat with us!!
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you, Nagi! A little chocolate romance is good for the soul 🙂
Joanne/WineLady Cooks
I love making chocolate truffles. Your Valentine treats look beautiful. I’ll have to find some time to make truffles this year.
Sandra Shaffer
Yes, I hope you can enjoy some truffles soon. They’re easy, just need to share them because they are too tasty not to!