Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) dark chocolate (60% cacao or higher), finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp (12g) instant espresso powder
  • 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions:

  1. Combine the heavy cream and instant espresso powder in a small saucepan. Heat over medium until it begins to simmer, ensuring the coffee is fully dissolved.
  2. Pour the hot coffee-cream over the chopped dark chocolate. Let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to soften.
  3. Gently whisk the mixture from the center outward until glossy and mahogany-colored. Stir in the room temperature butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the ganache into a shallow dish or parchment-lined container. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap directly onto the surface, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until firm.
  5. Using a cookie scoop, portion the chilled ganache into 1-inch spheres. Quickly roll them between your palms to shape.
  6. Immediately roll each truffle in cocoa powder using a sifter for an even coating.