Coffee Truffles Recipe

Introduction

Coffee truffles are a deliciously rich and creamy treat that blends the bold flavor of coffee with smooth chocolate and buttery texture. They make a perfect indulgence for coffee lovers looking for a simple homemade dessert.

Ingredients

• 4 oz cream cheese or coconut butter
• 2 tbsp butter, or additional coconut butter
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar or erythritol
• 1/2 tsp instant coffee
• 3 oz chocolate chips or broken up chocolate (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring the cream cheese and butter (or coconut butter) to room temperature until soft.
2. Step 2: Combine the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and instant coffee. Mix until smooth. Using a hand mixer gives the best texture, but a fork will also work.
3. Step 3: Spread the mixture into a container or chill in the freezer for a few minutes until firm enough to scoop.
4. Step 4: Use a mini cookie scoop to form balls and place them on a parchment-lined plate. Freeze until firm.
5. Step 5: If desired, melt the chocolate chips and dip the truffles. For smoother chocolate, stir in half a teaspoon of oil after melting (optional).
6. Step 6: Once the chocolate sets, cut the truffles in half for bite-sized pieces if preferred.
7. Step 7: Store the truffles in the refrigerator or freezer.

Tips & Variations

• Use coconut butter instead of cream cheese and butter for a dairy-free version.
• Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of powdered sugar or erythritol to your taste.
• For a richer coffee flavor, increase the instant coffee slightly or add a splash of brewed espresso.
• Dip in dark chocolate for a less sweet contrast or white chocolate for extra sweetness.

Storage

Store coffee truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Thaw frozen truffles in the refrigerator before serving. Reheat is not recommended as it affects the texture and shape.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular sugar instead of powdered sugar?

Powdered sugar dissolves more easily, giving a smoother texture. If using regular sugar, make sure to crush it finely for best results.

Are these truffles suitable for vegans?

Yes, by substituting cream cheese and butter with coconut butter and using a vegan chocolate, you can make this recipe vegan-friendly.

Coffee Truffles Recipe

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These Coffee Truffles are a rich and creamy treat that combine the smoothness of cream cheese or coconut butter with the bold flavor of instant coffee and chocolate. Perfect as bite-sized indulgences, they are easy to make and customizable with different sweeteners and chocolate options.

• Author: Emma
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes (including chilling time)
• Yield: 12–16 truffles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

• 4 oz cream cheese or coconut butter
• 2 tbsp butter, or additional coconut butter
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar or erythritol
• 1/2 tsp instant coffee

Chocolate Coating (Optional)

• 3 oz chocolate chips or broken up chocolate
• 1/2 tsp oil (optional, for smoother melted chocolate)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients: Ensure the cream cheese or coconut butter and butter (or additional coconut butter) are brought to room temperature to make mixing easier and achieve a smooth texture.
2. Mix Ingredients: Combine the softened cream cheese or coconut butter, butter, powdered sugar or erythritol, and instant coffee until smooth. Using a hand mixer gives the best results for a silky consistency, although mixing by hand with a fork is acceptable and still tastes delicious.
3. Shape Truffles: Spread the mixture into a container or freeze briefly until firm enough to scoop. Use a mini cookie scoop to form balls and place them onto a parchment-lined plate. Freeze the shaped balls until they harden completely.
4. Optional Chocolate Dipping: If desired, melt the chocolate chips with optional oil stirred in for a smoother sauce. Dip the truffles into the melted chocolate and let set. For the truffle bites shown in photos, cut the chocolate-coated truffles in half as soon as the chocolate solidifies.
5. Storage: Refrigerate or freeze any leftover truffles to keep them fresh.

Notes

• Using a hand mixer ensures the smoothest truffle texture.
• Powdered erythritol is a great low-calorie sweetener alternative to powdered sugar.
• The optional chocolate coating can be customized with dark, milk, or white chocolate.
• Adding a small amount of oil to melted chocolate makes dipping easier and yields a shinier finish.
• Truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week or frozen for longer storage.

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