Homemade Bourbon Chocolate Truffles

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and to me Valentine’s Day goes hand-in-hand with chocolate! My husband is not a huge sweets fan (I know, just his luck to end up married to a dessert obsessed food blogger). But I do know he loves bourbon! So these homemade bourbon chocolate truffles are for him. Just a hint of sweet in the dark chocolate paired with delicious bourbon flavor. Perfect!

homemade bourbon chocolate truffles

Homemade chocolate truffles are actually really easy to make, and I love that they’re done in multiple steps, and the majority of the prep time the truffles are setting in the fridge. That means no extended hands-on time in the kitchen! I also love that these truffles don’t have preservatives that most store-bought truffles do, so I can rationalize having a second one, right? This recipe makes about 25 truffles, so enjoy them all yourselves or package some up for friends!

easy bourbon truffles

The first time I made homemade truffles, I seriously couldn’t believe how easy they are! Truffles are basically just heavy cream and chocolate, and the addition of whatever added flavors you’d like to add! And not only are the super simple, these homemade bourbon chocolate truffles taste so much better than anything you can find in a store. I guarantee it!

easy homemade truffles recipe
 
Because homemade truffles are so simple in their ingredients, it is important to use high quality ingredients. Especially when it comes to the chocolate and bourbon you choose. A good rule of thumb is to not use a bourbon you wouldn’t enjoy drinking on its own. The bourbon flavor in these truffles isn’t too strong, but you will definitely taste it!
 
I used my favorite Brown Sugar Bourbon, which has subtle flavors of brown sugar and a tiny hint of cinnamon. Mixed with chocolate? A-m-a-z-i-n-g!
 
homemade bourbon chocolate truffles
 
Wouldn’t these bourbon chocolate truffles be so fun and thoughtful as a Christmas or Valentine’s Day gift? I’m actually planning to make them as a Father’s Day gift for both my husband and dad this year along with a bottle of the Brown Sugar Bourbon and I know they will love it!
 
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Homemade Bourbon Chocolate Truffles

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  • Author: Kirsten Bell
  • Prep Time: 20 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 Hours
  • Total Time: 8 Hours and 20 Minutes
  • Yield: 25 Truffles 1x
  • Category: Candy

Description

Easy homemade bourbon chocolate truffles. The perfect treat for bourbon and chocolate lovers!


Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup Brown Sugar Bourbon
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips (for the coating)
1 Tbs butter (for the coating)


Instructions

Add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream to a large heat proof mixing bowl, and microwave on high for one minute. Stir well, until the mixture is smooth. You can microwave in additional 15 second increments as needed.

Once chocolate is completely melted, stir in the salt, Brown Sugar Bourbon and vanilla extract.

Put the chocolate mixture in the fridge to set overnight, or in the freezer for a few hours.

Spread a piece of wax or parchment paper on a baking sheet. I like to store my baking sheet in the fridge ahead of time, so it’s cold for the next step. Take the chocolate mixture out of the fridge, and roll balls (approximately 2 tsp per ball) with your hands.

If you notice that your chocolate is melting and hard to form, you can always put the mixture back into the fridge and let it re-set.

Place each truffle ball on the lined backing sheet. When you’ve formed all of the truffles (I usually get around 25), place them back in the fridge on the baking sheet.

Melt the bittersweet chocolate and butter together, in the microwave (using increments again so the chocolate doesn’t burn). Stir until chocolate and butter mixture is blended and smooth.

Dip each truffle ball into the bittersweet chocolate mixture. You can use a fork for this, and they also sell special chocolate dipping tools.

Put the truffles back in the fridge again until the chocolate sets – about 30 minutes.


Notes

Truffles can be served cold or room temperature, and should be stored in the fridge and eaten within a week.

Love bourbon? Check out these bourbon recipes!

2 COMMENTS

  1. Love In My Oven | 10th Feb 20

    These look soooo decadent. Perfect for Valentine's!! I wish I had taken that bite in the photo 😉

  2. Donna | 8th Dec 22

    I cannot this bourbon to my state. Can I use a regular bourbon for this. Thanks

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