Description
These Chocolate Hazelnut No-Bake Truffles are a decadent, easy-to-make treat combining toasted hazelnuts and rich dark chocolate with creamy sweetened condensed milk. Coated in cocoa powder or crushed hazelnuts, these smooth, luscious truffles require no oven time and are perfect for a quick indulgent dessert or gift.
Ingredients
Scale
Truffle Mixture
- 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Coating
- Extra cocoa powder or crushed hazelnuts for rolling
Instructions
- Toast Hazelnuts: Toast the hazelnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until they become fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before chopping finely.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips with the sweetened condensed milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each session until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Combine Ingredients: To the melted chocolate mixture, add the chopped hazelnuts, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Chill Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until the mixture firms enough to handle for shaping.
- Shape Truffles: Once chilled and firm, use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll in Coating: Roll each truffle in either cocoa powder or crushed hazelnuts to coat them evenly. Place the coated truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Final Chill: Return the coated truffles to the refrigerator for an additional 15-20 minutes to allow them to set completely.
- Serve: Remove the truffles from the fridge and enjoy your rich, no-bake chocolate hazelnut treats immediately or store them for later consumption.
Notes
- To toast hazelnuts evenly, stir frequently while toasting and watch carefully to avoid burning.
- If you prefer a sweeter or more intense chocolate flavor, adjust the amount of dark chocolate chips accordingly.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a different texture, replace half the hazelnuts with almonds or walnuts.
- Microwave times may vary; check chocolate melting frequently to prevent overheating and burning.
