Calling all chocolate lovers! These melt-in-your-mouth Kahlua Chocolate Truffles are packed with rich dark chocolate flavor, coffee liqueur, and fresh cream.
They're the ultimate, luscious treat for Valentine's Day and make the holiday season feel more festive. I bet you can't eat just one!
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- What makes this recipe irresistible
- Ingredients you’ll need
- Creative variations to try
- Step-by-step instructions
- Watch and learn: recipe video
- Essential tools for this recipe
- Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
- Deb’s tips for the perfect dish
- How to store chocolate truffles
- More sweet treats you'll love
- Kahlua Chocolate Truffles
What makes this recipe irresistible
With only five simple ingredients and quick prep, you’ll be enjoying these truffles in no time! Kahlua chocolate truffles are the perfect addition to cookie trays during the holidays and are great gifts anytime you're feeling romantic!
Personalize your sweet treats—use pink sprinkles for Valentine’s Day, gold ones for fancy occasions, or choose your favorite color.
Ingredients you’ll need
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- High quality dark chocolate, or use milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate instead of dark if you want sweeter truffles.
- Kahlua coffee-flavored liqueur, again use good liquor.
Creative variations to try
There are so many variations to roll the truffles in! The coating adds flavor and prevents them from sticking together in the fridge.
- instant coffee powder or espresso powder
- cocoa powder
- powdered sugar
- colored sugar crystals
- chopped nuts
- dip in chocolate and decorate with a white chocolate drizzle,
- pretty sprinkles.
Step-by-step instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Finely chop the chocolate, place it in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat the ceam and butter until it just starts to simmer.
- Pour the hot cream and butter mixture over the chopped chocolate and let it sit.
- Gently stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir the Kahlua into the melted chocolate.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
- Using a small spoon or a melon baller, scoop out portions and roll them into small balls.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or powdered sugar to coat them.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
They sure do! You can freeze Kahlua truffles for up to 3 months. I love to freeze half the batch and pull out a few anytime I'm craving something sweet—or when unexpected guests are on their way over!
For punchier coffee flavor, add two teaspoons of instant coffee powder or one teaspoon of espresso powder to the truffle mixture. Alternatively, add a dash of ground cinnamon to make your truffles taste like Mexican coffee!
The options are endless! Roll your truffles in holiday sprinkles, colored sugar crystals, cocoa powder, or powdered sugar for a festive dessert.
On the other hand, you can dip your truffles in milk chocolate or drizzle them with melted white chocolate chips. For a nutty crunch, roll ‘em in finely chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds.
Deb’s tips for the perfect dish
Make sure the chocolate mixture is completely chilled before rolling it into balls! A soft-centered truffle is more difficult to shape.
- If your truffles have softened too much during shaping, put them back in the fridge for a bit to firm up again before decorating.
How to store chocolate truffles
Refrigerate—Refrigerate Kahlua chocolate truffles in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Freezer—Flash-freeze truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then transfer the frozen truffles to an airtight container and freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge until they’re soft again.
More sweet treats you'll love
- Homemade Buckeyes taste just like Reese’s peanut butter cups—a simple yet delicious dessert for any special occasion.
- Sweet and nutty, Peanut Butter Snowballs are one of my favorite truffle recipes for holiday cookie platters!
- If you're making these for Valentine's Day, be sure to make a batch of Heart-Shaped Rice Krispie Treats too, they are so fun!
- No-Bake Oreo Balls transform your favorite sandwich cookies into a creamy, decadent dessert.
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Kahlua Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate finely chopped
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua coffee-flavored liqueur
- Cocoa powder or powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Finely chop the chocolate. Measure one cup, place it in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat the ceam and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Do not let it boil.
- Pour the hot cream and butter mixture over the chopped chocolate. Place a plate over the top of the boil, or seal it with plastic wrap. Let it sit for a minute.
- Gently stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the Kahlua until fully incorporated into the chocolate mixture.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for 4 hours or overnight until it becomes firm.
- Once the chocolate mixture is firm, use a spoon or a melon baller to scoop out portions and roll them into small balls. (I use gloves for this process; it can get messy.) Place the truffles on a parchment-lined tray.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or powdered sugar to coat them evenly. This not only adds flavor but also prevents them from sticking together.
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