These easy to make amaretto truffles are the perfect grown-up treat. Rich and chocolatey and flavored with almond and vanilla, these boozy truffles are one delicious bite.
Chocolate Amaretto Truffle Recipe
I can not wait for you guys to try these decadent truffles! They are so rich with just the hint of liqueur, make sure you make a double batch!
These chocolate and amaretto truffles are perfect to enjoy for any occasion and they make for great homemade food gifts for friends and family.
Be sure to try my Chocolate Cake Pops and Chocolate Mug Cake too!
Why You’ll Love this Amaretto Truffles Recipe:
- No Bake: Any recipe that is doesn’t require me to turn the oven on is a win in my book!
- Quick and easy: There’s nothing complicated about this recipe with a small number of ingredients, it takes less than 30 minutes to make a batch.
- Make ahead: These amaretto truffles have a fairly good shelf life, so they are great for gifts and celebrations.
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How to Make Easy Amaretto Truffles
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Simmer the whipping cream.
- Pour over the chocolate chips and whisk together.
- Mix in the Amaretto and vanilla.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill.
- Scoop into balls and roll in cacao powder or almonds.
You can use any cocoa powder you prefer, as long as it is unsweetened. Use natural cocoa powder for a more natural taste, and use Dutch-process cocoa powder for a smoother taste.
Yes, these truffles have real alcohol in them and are NOT kid-friendly. Please store them in a safe place away from the kiddos.
These amaretto truffles will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 1 week in an airtight container. I like to put them in paper sweet wrappers to keep them separate, or you can layer them with parchment.
You can freeze these, but the color may alter a little when thawed, but they will still be good to eat. Freeze them in a container separated with parchment and that them in the refrigerator to enjoy. They will keep well for up to 2 months.
Because these are grown-up truffles, I kept the decoration fairly plain and elegant. If you like, you can drizzle them in white or colored chocolate or even decorate them with sprinkles for a special occasion.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- To make the minced almonds for the coating, place sliced almonds in the food processor and pulse 10-15 times.
- Allow 4 hours for the truffle mixture to set. This will make them easier to roll into balls.
- I found that a cookie scoop was the easiest way to form the truffles and make them all the same size.
These amaretto truffles are so rich and decadent, and they are definitely for adults only! They are delicious when enjoyed with your favorite red!
If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
Chocolate Amaretto Truffles Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces chocolate chopped (2 bars)
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1½ ounces Amaretto liqueur (1 shot)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup minced almonds (see note)
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Cookie Portion Scoop
Instructions
- Add the chopped chocolate to a medium sized heatproof bowl and set aside.8 ounces chocolate
- In a small saucepan, bring the heavy whipping cream to a simmer, about 10 minutes, and immediately remove from heat.½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Pour the cream over the chocolate chips and whisk together until all the chocolate is melted.
- Mix in the Amaretto and vanilla and stir until everything is well combined and the mixture is smooth.1½ ounces Amaretto liqueur, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge to cool for about 4 hours.
- After the mixture has chilled, use a cookie scoop to create 1-inch spheres.
- Roll the truffles in the cacao powder or almonds and enjoy chilled.⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅓ cup minced almonds
Notes
- To make the minced almonds, place sliced almonds in the food processor and pulse 10-15 times.
- Allow 4 hours for the truffle mixture to set. This will make them easier to roll into balls.
- I found that a cookie scoop was the easiest way to form the truffles and make them all the same size.
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