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    Home / Desserts / Truffles, chocolate & candy

    Easy White Chocolate Truffles

    Last update: Dec 5, 2024 Published: Dec 4, 2022 by Fadela This post may contain affiliate links

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    Give these white chocolate truffles recipe a try—they're just as delicious and creamy as my Oreo truffles and are made with only four simple ingredients. These creamy white chocolate treats are perfect for any occasion or a sweet moment of indulgence.

    white chocolate truffles on a plate
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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients you need
    • How to Make Homemade White Chocolate Truffles
    • Tips for this recipe
    • Storage instructions
    • Variations & Substitutions
    • Recipe Questions & Troubleshooting
    • More truffle Recipes
    • White Chocolate Truffles

    White chocolate truffles are delightful bite-sized confections made from a creamy mixture of two main ingredients which are white chocolate and heavy cream just like the classic chocolate truffle recipe.

    These velvety-smooth treats are typically rolled into small balls and can be coated with various toppings like cocoa powder, powdered sugar, shredded coconut or like my version here with a white chocolate coating.

    With their rich and luxurious flavor, white chocolate truffles offer a delightful combination of sweetness and decadence, making them a perfect treat for any occasion or a special gift to indulge in pure bliss.

    Why you'll love this recipe


    • Easy recipe to make at home with just 2 main ingredients and 2 optional ingredients for a creamier, tastier texture.
    • A crunchy white chocolate coating and other indulgent coating options to enhance your little white chocolate balls.
    • Homemade truffles are a swee treat to offer your loved ones for the holidays, Valentine's day, for a wedding celebration, a baby shower, a party birthday or for your own personal pleasure.-

    Craving for more white chocolate desserts? Give these a try: White chocolate ganache, white chocolate Swiss buttercream, white chocolate sandwich cookies and white chocolate brownies, White hot chocolate bombs.

    Ingredients you need

    You need these ingredients to make these white chocolate balls:

    • White chocolate: Use quality baking white chocolate bars or white chocolate chips with a high percentage of cocoa butter from Valhrona, Cocoa Barry, or Callebaut brands for a less sweet taste.
    • heavy cream: Preferably use a full-fat heavy cream with 30% fat or even heavy whipping cream.
    • Butter: Optional you can add unsalted butter or salted butter to add a creamier texture.
    • Vanilla and salt: Essential to bring out all the flavors in this basic recipe.
    • Chocolate: Use white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, or milk chocolate chips to temper if possible to have a shiny and crunchy shell. You can also use a white chocolate candy coating directly, like candy melts.
    • Decoration: Sprinkle with fleur de sel, chopped nuts, sugar pearls, grated coconut, crushed peppermints,...
    white chocolate truffles on a plate

    How to Make Homemade White Chocolate Truffles

    Here are some quick visual instructions. Don't forget that full recipe instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the recipe card below!

    Step 1: Chop the white chocolate finely with a knife and place in a large bowl with the heavy cream, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt.

    Step 2: Heat in a double boiler over medium heat in a saucepan containing a little water and stir until the truffle mixture is smooth and slightly thick. Cover the white chocolate mixture with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for about 2 hours.

    Bowl with white chocolate and cream
    Bowl with white chocolate ganache

    Shape the balls

    Step 3: When the ganache is completely cooled, form balls of dough and roll them quickly between the palms of your hands (they will be a little sticky).

    Step 4: Place them back in the fridge for a few minutes before rolling them again to form round balls and store in the fridge for another 20 minutes while preparing the chocolate coating.

    white chocolate truffles on a plate

    Chocolate Coating

    Step 5: Melt the white chocolate in a double boiler and if possible temper the chocolate using a candy thermometer then place the melted chocolate in a small deep bowl.

    Step 6: Prick a white chocolate truffle with a toothpick and dip it into the melted chocolate. Shake off excess melted white chocolate, then place the white chocolate truffles on a sheet of parchment paper.

    Let cool: Allow truffles to cool completely before adding more melted dark chocolate with a piping bag.

    Bowl with melted white chocolate and a white chocolate truffles

    Tips for this recipe

    • High-Quality Chocolate: Use high-quality white chocolate for the truffle filling and dark chocolate for the coating. Good chocolate makes a significant difference in flavor and texture.
    • Proper Chopping: Finely chop both the white chocolate and dark chocolate to ensure they melt smoothly and create a silky ganache and a glossy coating.
    • Heating the Cream: Heat the heavy cream until it's hot but not boiling, and then pour it over the chopped white chocolate. This helps melt the white chocolate evenly.
    • Chilling Time: Allow the ganache to cool and set properly by refrigerating it for several hours or overnight before shaping into truffles. This makes it easier to work with.
    • Effortless Truffle Shaping: When using an ice cream scoop to shape truffles, ensure it's dipped in hot water and dried between scoops for smoother and more effortless shaping.
    • Tempering White Chocolate: Achieve shiny, solid shells by following this temperature curve: Begin by melting the chocolate to 113°F (45°C), then allow it to cool to 81°F (27°C) before reheating it to 86°F (30°C) just before use.
    White chocolate truffles on a table

    Storage instructions

    At room temperature: Homemade white chocolate truffles can be stored at room temperature for up to two weeks, placed in an airtight container box with an airtight lid or in a glass jar.

    In the fridge: You can also store them in the fridge, especially if you prepare them in the warmer months, in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

    How to freeze? They keep quite well out of the fridge, but if you still want to keep them in the freezer, that's perfectly possible, well packed in an airtight container or conservation bag for up to 3 months.

    Variations & Substitutions

    • Fruit-Infused: Add fruit puree or zest (such as lemon, orange, or raspberry) to the white chocolate ganache for a fruity twist.
    • Nutty truffles: Mix finely chopped toasted nuts (like almonds, hazelnuts, or pistachios) into the ganache for a crunchy texture.
    • Coffee Lover's: Incorporate instant coffee granules or espresso powder into the ganache for a delightful coffee-flavored truffle.
    • Coconut Dream: Blend shredded coconut into the ganache for a tropical and coconutty flavor.
    • Liqueur-Infused: Experiment with liqueurs like Baileys, Grand Marnier, or Amaretto to create adult-themed truffles.

    Recipe Questions & Troubleshooting

    What type of white chocolate should I use for truffles?

    For the best results, use high-quality white chocolate with a high cocoa butter content. Avoid white chocolate chips, as they often contain stabilizers that can affect the texture.

    How do I melt white chocolate without burning it?

    White chocolate has a low melting point, so it's best to melt it slowly using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently.

    How to add color to white chocolate truffles?

    Add a few drops of an oil-based liposoluble coloring for chocolate to match your truffles to any occasion, like blue or pink color for a baby shower.

    How to make vegan white chocolate truffles?

    Replace the heavy cream with coconut cream and add vegan butter for a vegan white chocolate ball.

    Can I substitute heavy cream with condensed milk?

    Yes, you can replace the cream with condensed milk, but preferably not sweetened, as white chocolate is already quite sweet.

    How can I flavor my white chocolate truffles?

    You can add flavor extracts like vanilla, lemon zest, almond, or peppermint. You can also incorporate finely ground freeze-dried fruits or liqueurs for a unique twist.

    Why did my white chocolate truffles turn grainy?

    Graininess can occur if the chocolate overheats or if moisture gets into the chocolate. Always melt white chocolate gently and keep it away from water.

    More truffle Recipes

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    white chocolate truffles on a plate

    I hope you love this white chocolate truffle recipe If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked it. Happy Baking!

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    White Chocolate Truffles


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    • Author: Fadela
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 15 truffles
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    Description

    Recipe for white chocolate truffles coated with white chocolate (for about 15 truffles)


    Ingredients

    • 340 g (3 cups) White chocolate couverture
    • 60 ml (¼ cup) Heavy cream - full fat
    • 20 g (1 ½ tbsp) Butter - unsalted
    • 1 tsp. Vanilla - extract
    • 1 pinch of Sea salt
    • 200 g (1 ¼ cups) White Chocolate chips for coating

    Instructions

    1. Place white chocolate, finely chopped with a knife, in a medium bowl.
    2. Add the heavy cream, butter, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
    3. Melt the ingredients in a double boiler while mixing with a spatula until the mixture is completely melted and a little thick.
    4. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
    5. Form small balls in your hands and place them in the fridge for 15-20 minutes and roll them again so that they are round and smooth.
    6. Place the white chocolate truffles in the fridge for 1 hour or in the freezer for 10 minutes.
    7. Melt the white chocolate and place in a small deep bowl.
    8. Prick a truffle with a toothpick and dip it into the melted chocolate, shake off the excess chocolate then place on a sheet of parchment paper and let cool completely.
    9. Melt dark chocolate and place in a piping bag and decorate the top of the truffles.
    10. Let cool and store at room temperature.

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    Notes

    Storage: Up to 1-2 weeks at room temperature in a storage box with a tight-fitting lid.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: truffes, chocolate, candy
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 truffle
    • Calories: 211
    • Sugar: 21.3 g
    • Sodium: 188.2 mg
    • Fat: 13.4 g
    • Carbohydrates: 21.4 g
    • Protein: 2.2 g
    • Cholesterol: 12.7 mg

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    1. Sandi

      January 07, 2023 at 4:41 pm

      I really want to try making these. How much butter goes into the mix? Butter is missing from the ingredients list. Thank you in advance.

      Reply
      • Fadela

        January 07, 2023 at 7:51 pm

        Hi, oops I missed it sorry, you need about 20 g of butter (about 1 1/2 tbsp) Thanks 😉

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