Name: Keto Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Cuisine: Keto
Ingredients: 1/3 cup Heavy cream; 1 tbsp Unsalted butter; 7 oz ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips (1 bag); 1 tsp Vanilla extract; Dutch processed cocoa powder (preferably Dutch processed); Melted ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips; Finely chopped hazelnuts; Shredded coconut; Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend

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Introduction

These Keto Truffles offer a rich, creamy chocolate treat that’s perfect for anyone following a low-carb lifestyle. Made with sugar-free dark chocolate and a smooth ganache base, they’re a decadent dessert without the sugar crash.

A white plate filled with several round chocolate truffles, each covered in different coatings: some are dusted with dark brown cocoa powder, giving a matte rough texture; others are coated with finely chopped nuts, creating a light tan bumpy surface; and a few are covered with white powdered sugar, producing a soft, powdery look. One truffle near the front is cut open, revealing a smooth, dark chocolate inside with a glossy texture. Around the plate, a few shiny dark chocolate drops are scattered on a white marbled surface, along with a white bowl filled with loose cocoa powder slightly blurred in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/3 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp unsalted butter
7 oz ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips (1 bag)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Dutch processed cocoa powder (preferably Dutch processed, for rolling)
Melted ChocZero Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Chips (optional, for coating)
Finely chopped hazelnuts (optional, for coating)
Shredded coconut (optional, for coating)
Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

Step 1: Place the ChocZero chocolate chips into a small bowl and set aside.
Step 2: In a small 1-quart saucepan, combine the heavy cream and butter over medium heat. Let the butter melt and continue heating until the cream just begins to simmer.
Step 3: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4: Immediately pour the hot cream mixture over the chocolate chips. Let it sit for 3-5 minutes to melt, then stir until smooth to form a ganache.
Step 5: Pour the ganache into a small rectangular glass dish and refrigerate for about 2 hours until thick and semi-firm. It should no longer be shiny and should not stick to your fingers.
Step 6: Line a 10×15 jelly roll pan with parchment paper and chill it in the fridge alongside the ganache.
Step 7: Wash your hands with cold water to cool them down. Using an extra small cookie scoop, scoop the ganache and quickly shape into balls, placing them on the chilled pan. Work swiftly to prevent melting.
Step 8: Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or your choice of coatings such as melted chocolate, chopped hazelnuts, shredded coconut, or powdered monk fruit blend.
Step 9: Store the truffles in the refrigerator and allow them to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for the best texture.

Tips & Variations

Use Dutch processed cocoa powder for a smoother, less bitter coating.
Try rolling truffles in finely chopped nuts or shredded coconut for added texture.
If your ganache becomes too firm, leave it at room temperature to soften before scooping.
Adding a pinch of sea salt to the ganache can enhance the chocolate flavor.

Storage

Store the keto truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed container for up to one month. Thaw in the fridge before serving. Allow refrigerated truffles to soften at room temperature for a few minutes to enhance their creamy texture.

How to Serve

A white plate filled with three types of round truffles, arranged loosely in a small pile; some truffles are dusted with dark brown cocoa powder, showing a slightly rough dry texture, including one truffle bitten to reveal smooth dark chocolate inside; others are covered in white powdered sugar with a soft, powdery look; a third type is coated with chopped nuts, giving a bumpy, crunchy texture. Around the plate are scattered individual truffles matching the same coatings. In the background, a white package with chocolate branding and a white bowl filled with dark brown cocoa powder rest on a white marbled surface. A few dark chocolate chips lie near the plate. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other sugar-free chocolates instead of ChocZero?

Yes, any high-quality sugar-free dark chocolate chips should work well to create the ganache, but make sure they melt smoothly for best results.

Are these truffles suitable for other low-carb diets?

Absolutely. These keto truffles are low in carbs and free of added sugars, making them ideal for keto, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly diets.