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  • How To Make Keto Truffles
  • Keto Truffle Coating Ideas
  • How To Serve Truffles
  • Keto Chocolate Truffles FAQs
  • Storage Instructions
  • More Keto Chocolate Recipes
  • Tools To Make Sugar-Free Truffles
  • Keto Chocolate Truffles Recipe

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These are the best keto truffles I’ve ever made – I’m so excited for you to try these for the holidays (or anytime), for yourself or for a gift! While these healthy truffles are sure to impress, this sugar-free healthy truffle recipe is actually quite simple and made with just 4 basic ingredients.

And at less than 1 net carb per truffle? You can definitely eat more than one. 🙂

As someone who’s been developing recipes with 10 ingredients or less for several years now… fewer ingredients is better if they’re high-quality.That’s why I’m so happy to include my favorite ChocZero dark chocolate chips in these truffles — they have the perfect balance of sweetness and rich chocolate flavor, with no sugar alcohols, soy, or gluten. I love them so much that you’ll find them in dozens of other recipes too, like keto fudge, keto chocolate cookies ,chocolate mousse, and even sugar free hot chocolate.

You might notice that these truffles are similar to my Nutella truffles and chocolate fat bombs, in that we’re creating a chocolatey base that will firm up in the fridge. This one makes the process even easier by cutting down on ingredients — and adding the richest sugar-free dark chocolate!

This time, we’re going back to the basics with a super easy sugar-free truffle recipe. No frills about it, but they are just simple perfection. These keto chocolate truffles are incredibly rich and chocolaty, you would never guess that they don’t have sugar. And, you can customize them to your heart’s content with your favorite toppings – I’m offering lots of ideas for that below!

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How To Make Keto Truffles

This no bake keto chocolate truffles recipe is easier than you may think! Here’s how to make them:

  • Place chocolate into a bowl. We do this first, because they need to be ready to go after the next step!

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  • Heat cream and butter. Combine cream and butter in a saucepan, and bring to barely a simmer. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

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  • Make ganache. While the cream is still hot, pour it over the chocolate. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to soften, then stir together until smooth and shiny.

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  • Chill. Pour the ganache into a rectangular glass container (this one is a great size!) and refrigerate until firm, no longer shiny, and not sticky when touched lightly.

TIP: If the ganache gets too firm, simply let it sit out at room temperature to soften.

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TIP: Rinse your hands with cold water to cool them off before rolling truffles. This helps prevent them from melting.

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  • Coat truffles. Roll truffles in coatings right away – don’t chill them first, as the filling sticks better while they are softened from rolling.

TIP: Use a variety of coatings and your truffles will look great on a platter. I have some ideas below!

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Keto Truffle Coating Ideas

We’re coating these healthy chocolate truffles with a number of coatings, which can add sweetness, texture, and crunch. You can roll them in:

For the low carb truffles shown here, I used an assortment of these coatings, including cocoa powder, chopped hazelnuts, powdered monk fruit, melted chocolate, and shredded coconut.

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How To Serve Truffles

Truffles are best served at room temperature. They will reach that naturally as you roll them, so you can simply serve them right away!

If they get too soft from your hands, though, you can chill them a bit before serving. On the other hand, if you’ve had them in the fridge for a while, let them come to room temp for 10 minutes or so before enjoying, for the best texture.

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Keto Chocolate Truffles FAQs

What is chocolate truffle filling?

The filling of a chocolate truffle is a homemade chocolate ganache made from heavy cream, butter, chocolate, and vanilla. We’re using ChocZero Keto Chocolate Chips to make this version sugar-free!

What do truffles taste like?

Chocolate truffles taste a bit like little balls of chocolate fudge.

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Are truffles keto?

Most truffles would not be keto, as they are made with sugar! However, this truffle recipe is very low carb and perfect for a keto diet. Each truffle has just 0.9 grams net carbs per piece.

Are they vegetarian? Vegan? Gluten-free?

Keto truffles are naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, but not vegan, due to the dairy content.

Can I make them dairy-free?

Possibly. I’m confident that you can replace the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk.

In place of butter, you might be able to use a dairy-free butter alternative. I love this butter flavored coconut oil, but have not tested it with this sugar-free truffles recipe.

Can you use milk or white chocolate?

Yes! You can make these with ChocZero white chocolateand milk chocolateas well.

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Storage Instructions

Can you make them ahead?

Yes, you can definitely make these truffles ahead, as they need time to chill. Great for get-togethers or gifting!

How to store chocolate keto truffles:

Store the truffles in the refrigerator for 7-10 days and let them sit out at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

Can you freeze them?

Yes, you can freeze keto chocolate truffles, just like regular ones. Freeze in a single layer on a sheet pan until frozen solid, then carefully transfer to a freezer container. Place a sheet of parchment paper in between layers to prevent sticking.

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More Keto Chocolate Recipes

If you like this low carb chocolate truffles recipe, you might also like some of these other keto chocolate recipes:

  • Keto Chocolate Cake – The BEST keto chocolate cake! Rich, moist, and you can make it in one bowl.
  • Keto Chocolate Cookies – Double chocolate cookies, this is made for chocolate lovers. Made with just 6 ingredients.
  • Keto Chocolate Pudding – Make this in just 5 minutes – it’s the best dessert for when you need a chocolate fix.
  • Keto Chocolate Donuts – Chocolate on the outside, chocolate on the inside, and so irresistable.
  • Chocolate Protein Ice Cream – Tasty enough for dessert, healthy enough for a treat with 13 grams protein and just 1 gram sugar!

Tools To Make Sugar-Free Truffles

Tap the links below to see the items used to make this recipe.

  • ChocZero Keto Dark Chocolate Chips – The key to making the best keto truffles!
  • Glass Meal Prep Dish – Use these meal prep storage containers to make and store this keto truffles recipe. This set has a good size for letting the mixture chill as quickly as possible, without being too deep or too shallow.
  • Chocolate Dipping Tools – This tool makes coating the healthy trufflessuper easy – without the messy hands!
  • Gift Boxes – Pack up a variety of healthy truffles in these cute holiday boxes for healthy treat gifting.

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Keto Chocolate Truffles Recipe

The BEST keto truffles recipe - just 4 ingredients! These healthy sugar-free truffles are so rich & chocolaty, you'd never guess they're 0.9g net carbs each.

Prep: 15 minutes

Cook: 10 minutes

Chilling Time:: 2 hours

Total: 25 minutes

Author: Maya Krampf from WholesomeYum.com

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Instructions

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  1. Place the ChocZero chocolate chips into a small bowl. Set aside.

  2. In a small 1-quart saucepan on the stove, combine the heavy cream and butter. Let the butter melt, then continue to heat until the cream just barely starts to simmer.

  3. Remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla.

  4. Immediately, while the cream is still hot, pour it over the chocolate. Set aside for 3-5 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt, then stir together until smooth. (This is chocolate ganache.)

  5. Pour the ganache into a small rectangular glass meal prep dish. Refrigerate for about 2 hours, until the ganache is thick and semi-firm (it shouldn’t be shiny anymore and your fingers should not stick), but not hard. (If it gets too firm, you can let it sit at room temperature to soften.)

  6. Line a 10x15 jelly roll pan lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate this at the same time.

  7. Wash your hands with cold water to cool them off. Use an extra small cookie scoop (this one is the ideal size) to scoop the chocolate mixture, shape the balls as needed, and place onto the 10x15 pan. Work quickly and avoid touching the truffles too much, or they’ll melt.

  8. Roll the keto truffles in cocoa powder, or your other coatings of choice (see ideas above).

  9. Store truffles in the refrigerator, but let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 truffle

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories69

Fat6.2g

Protein0.1g

Total Carbs6.4g

Net Carbs0.9g

Fiber5.5g

Sugar0.2g

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Course:Dessert

Cuisine:American, French

Keywords:heaelthy truffles, keto chocolate truffles, keto truffle recipe, keto truffles, sugar-free truffles

Calories: 69 kcal

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FAQs

What makes chocolate truffles so good? ›

However, unlike regular chocolate-coated candies, chocolate truffles change the chocolate's composition by melding it with heavy cream. Blending chocolate with boiling cream results in a rich, thick mixture known as ganache, which is similar to velvety icing but not as spreadable.

How to coat chocolate truffles in chocolate? ›

Cool chocolate to 85 to 90º F. for dipping. Dip cold, firm truffle into melted chocolate, holding with a fork and covering with several coats of chocolate.

What makes chocolate keto friendly? ›

Specifically, you should aim for dark chocolate that contains a high percentage of cocoa solids - ideally above 70%. This is because high cocoa-content dark chocolate tends to have less sugar and lower carbohydrate content, which aligns with the low-carb requirements of a keto diet.

Why won t my chocolate truffles set? ›

If using milk chocolate, reduce the cream to 1/2 cup as milk chocolate is much softer than dark chocolate. Heavy Cream: Heavy cream or heavy whipping cream is also a base ingredient. Do not use half-and-half or any other liquid because the truffles won't set up properly.

What makes truffles taste so good? ›

Truffles have a deep aroma and strong fragrance that are a prelude to their taste. Earthy, musky and pungent, the best way to describe their taste is by putting them in the umami category. Also known as the fifth taste, this lesser-known flavor is savory and reminiscent of meat, broth, and fish.

What is the best chocolate to use for truffles? ›

ONLY 2 INGREDIENTS FOR CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES RECIPE

Dark chocolate - I always recommend pure dark chocolate chopped from a block because it has a higher melting quality with higher cocoa butter content. You can use anything between 50% and 70% dark chocolate.

Why are Lindt chocolate truffles so good? ›

The Smooth Melting Filling

Our secret Lindor filling boasts a low melting point which allows it to melt luxuriously on the tongue. It is this signature smooth melting finish that creates a truly blissful chocolate experience.

Is there a difference between truffles and chocolate truffles? ›

Homemade chocolate truffles are named after truffles because of the striking resemblance with the original truffle mushrooms. While one is the expensive fungus that grows underneath the oak trees, the other Is the intricate chocolate ganache coated in tempered chocolate as a chocolate coating.

Should you refrigerate chocolate truffles? ›

Do not refrigerate chocolate. Whether you only eat gourmet truffles or consume any chocolate put in front of you, please don't store chocolate in the fridge. This is because chocolate easily absorbs the odors of whatever items it is placed near to in a fridge, which can have a detrimental effect on its flavor.

How long does a box of chocolate truffles last? ›

Truffles have approximately a 2 to 4 week shelf life due to the fact that they are made with fresh heavy cream. All of this information is based on the fact that the chocolates or truffles are stored in the recommended 64 to 68 degree low humidity environment.

Which chocolate is best for keto? ›

What makes dark chocolate Keto: The high concentration of cocoa solids and lower levels of sugar make dark chocolate a better alternative to milk chocolate on a low-carb diet. Milk chocolate contains 10-50% of cocoa solids. For dark chocolate to be of good quality, more than 70% of cocoa solids are required.

How much chocolate will kick you out of ketosis? ›

A standard 28g serving of milk chocolate contains about 15g of carbohydrates! This could easily take you out of ketosis in an instant. Overall, it's important to be mindful of the carb content in any chocolate consumed on a ketogenic diet…

What is in the middle of a chocolate truffle? ›

A chocolate truffle's basic components are tempered chocolate on the outside and chocolate ganache within. The delicious chocolate ganache filling is made from bittersweet chocolate and heavy cream. To give the delicate and creamy ganache filling a firm shell, it is dipped in tempered chocolate.

Why chocolate truffles are so expensive? ›

Chocolate truffles can be expensive for several reasons, including the cost of base ingredients, the production process, and their reputation. Firstly, even when produced on an industrial level, gourmet truffles require high-quality chocolate, cream, and butter, all of which can be expensive by themselves.

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