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Published: Nov 8, 2019 · Modified: Feb 23, 2021 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

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These bite-size homemade Chocolate Bourbon Truffles made with creamy ganache and covered with toasted hazelnuts are the perfect easy indulgent treat during the holiday season!

Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

I love making simple desserts that require only a few ingredients and minimum effort, like these amazing Chocolate Bourbon Truffles! These bite-size treats are made with rich and creamy ganache with a touch of bourbon and covered with crunchy toasted hazelnuts crumbs.

If you are like me and love mini sweets, you probable already tried my Coconut Truffles, No-Bake Brownie Bites, and Energy Bites with Dates.

Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

Ingredients

  • Chocolate. Make sure you use a high-quality chocolate.
  • Heavy cream. Make sure you use heavy cream and not half and half or regular milk. Otherwise, your ganache won’t properly set.
  • Butter. A tablespoon of butter will make your truffles creamier. But this is really optional.
  • Salt. I always like to add a pinch of salt in my desserts as it helps to balance the sweetness.
  • Bourbon. Use your favorite Bourbon. I like to use Breckenridge in my desserts.
ingredients for Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

How to toast hazelnuts

Preheat the oven to 350˚F.

Place the hazelnuts on a baking sheet with a parchment paper. Bake them for about 8-10 minutes or until the nuts are getting golden color and the skin is blistered.

When done, transfer hazelnuts of a clean towel and rub them with the towel to remove the excess loose skin.

Remove cleaned hazelnuts from the towel to a plate.

You can chop them in a small food processor or just using a knife.

process photos of how to make Chocolate Bourbon Truffles
process photos of how to make Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

How to make it

First, we need to warm up the heavy cream. You can pour it in a sauce pan and bring to a simmer or pour in a mixing bowl and microwave for about 30 second to a minute.

Put chocolate, butter, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl, pour the hot cream on top.

Let the hot cream sit in the chocolate for a minute before you mix it.

Then whisk it until chocolate is melted and smooth consistency.

Add your favorite Bourbon and whisk again.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until the ganache is set.

When set, scoop the ganache and roll it into balls. Then coat into chopped hazelnuts.

Place on a cookie sheet with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to an hour before transferring to an air tight container.

Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

Toppings ideas

  • Chopped hazelnuts (or other nuts of your choice)
  • Cocoa powder
  • Unsweetened coconut flakes
  • Tempered chocolate
Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Why is my chocolate not melting?

Most likely the cream is not hot enough. If you already poured the cream into the chocolate and it’s not melting, place the mixing bowl (make sure it’s heat proof) on a pot with simmering water and stir until all the ingredients are melted and well incorporated.

Why is my ganache too runny?

The ganache might be too runny for two reasons. One, you didn’t refrigerate it long enough to set. Second, you use low quality chocolate with high amount of fat in it.

Why does ganache separate?

Most likely the cream was not hot enough when you add it to the chocolate.

Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

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Did you make this recipe?!? I’d love to know how it turned out! leave a comment and a rating below👇 thank you!

Chocolate Bourbon Truffles
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5 from 8 votes

Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

These bite-size homemade chocolate bourbon truffles made with creamy ganache and covered with toasted hazelnuts are the perfect easy indulgent treat during the holiday season!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 15 truffles
Calories: 261kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ⅔ cup heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon bourbon
  • ⅔ cup roasted hazelnuts finely chopped

Instructions

  • First, we need to warm up the heavy cream. You can pour it in a sauce pan and bring to a simmer or pour in a mixing bowl and microwave for about 30 second to a minute.
  • Put chocolate, butter, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl, pour the hot cream on top.
  • Let the hot cream sit in the chocolate for a minute before you mix it.
  • Then whisk it until chocolate is melted and smooth consistency.
  • Add your favorite Bourbon and whisk again.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until the ganache is set.
  • When set, scoop the ganache and roll it into balls. Then coat into chopped hazelnuts.
  • Place on a cookie sheet with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to an hour before transferring to an air tight container.

Notes

Why is my chocolate not melting? Most likely the cream is not hot enough. If you already poured the cream into the chocolate and it’s not melting, place the mixing bowl (make sure it’s heat proof) on a pot with simmering water and stir until all the ingredients are melted and well incorporated.
Why is my ganache too runny? The ganache might be too runny for two reasons. One, you didn’t refrigerate it long enough to set. Second, you use low quality chocolate with high amount of fat in it.
Why does ganache separate? Most likely the cream was not hot enough when you add it to the chocolate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffle | Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 2mg
Did you make this recipe?I’d love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a review below. Or snap a photo and share it on Instagram; be sure to tag me @veronikaskitchen.
Chocolate Bourbon Truffles

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  1. Mikayla says

    December 04, 2022 at 8:36 pm

    5 stars
    These were the perfect addition to a few gift baskets I made for a ‘friends’ Christmas we do early in the month of December. All my friends raved and asked for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 19, 2022 at 4:53 pm

      Thank you so much, Mikayla! So glad your friends loved them as well 😉

      Reply
  2. Tracy says

    December 04, 2022 at 11:41 am

    5 stars
    We made these as a gift for a friend and they absolutely raved about them. We made them again for us, they’re so good!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 19, 2022 at 4:54 pm

      Thank you so much, Tracy!

      Reply
  3. Linda Warren says

    December 02, 2022 at 3:23 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve tried different liquors or liqueurs in truffles and I have to say I was surprised at how tasty they were with the bourbon. In fact, I served them at a little get-together and they were the first thing that disappeared.

    Reply
  4. Kathryn says

    December 02, 2022 at 11:21 am

    5 stars
    I love these truffles because they are so easy and better than the store bought ones! I need more easy recipes like this for the holidays!

    Reply
  5. Elaine says

    December 01, 2022 at 7:23 pm

    5 stars
    You’ve got the best of both worlds in these truffles, that is something I am absolutely sure about. Can’t wait to make a big batch now!

    Reply
  6. Ann says

    November 29, 2022 at 9:09 am

    5 stars
    These truffles are going to be a new item on my Christmas baking list! They sound so delicious! Thanks for the recipe share!

    Reply
  7. Marta says

    November 28, 2022 at 6:57 pm

    5 stars
    Okay, I might have added a little bit more bourbon to mine, but never mind. These truffles were so delicious! I loved the contrast of textures and flavors.

    Reply
  8. Bernice Hill says

    November 28, 2022 at 2:30 pm

    You have just refreshed my memory of a Christmas treat I used to make with my husband many years ago. We made this truffles almost exactly but used Bailey’s instead of bourbon. Both are delicious!

    Reply
  9. Gloria says

    November 28, 2022 at 10:42 am

    5 stars
    Bourbon and chocolate are a match for sure. What a great food gift for the holidays. Perfect addition to the treat trays at parties too.

    Reply
  10. Joanie says

    December 03, 2021 at 4:48 pm

    I found espresso chocolate chips and used 1/2 regular and 1/2 espresso chips for mine plus toasted coconut cashews to roll them in OMG

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 07, 2021 at 10:04 am

      Espresso chocolate chips sound very tasty! Need to try them too 😉

      Reply
  11. Sherry says

    November 15, 2020 at 9:05 pm

    Can I freeze these

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      November 16, 2020 at 8:47 am

      Hi Sherry! I’ve never tried to freeze them. But you can put them in an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to a week.

      Reply
  12. Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says

    November 18, 2019 at 12:17 am

    You had me at bourbon chocolate… and then again at hazelnuts. These sound so deliciously decadent! I can’t wait to add them to our cookie platter line-up.

    Reply
    • Joanie says

      December 03, 2021 at 4:41 pm

      I found espresso chocolate chips and used 1/2 regular and 1/2 espresso chips for mine plus toasted coconut cashews to roll them in OMG

      Reply
  13. Jess says

    November 17, 2019 at 9:01 pm

    These truffles look and sound delicious! Chocolate and bourbon together is always the best idea! Sign me up!

    Reply
  14. Marisa F. Stewart says

    November 17, 2019 at 10:24 am

    All it took was one quick look at the image and I pinned the recipe. This is just what I’ve been looking for. The bourbon plus the chocolate will make delicious treats for me to share with family and friends.

    Reply
  15. Sharon says

    November 17, 2019 at 9:56 am

    I’m skipping a batch of Christms cookies this year for the hokdiays and making these bourbon truffles instead!

    Reply
  16. Denise says

    November 16, 2019 at 9:56 am

    Your truffles look so amazingly delicious, they have to be addicting! This would be a nice addition to my Christmas Cookie tray!

    Reply
  17. Elaine says

    November 15, 2019 at 10:06 pm

    That first shot of the first bite (maybe the second one lol) is SO INVITING! I can almost feel how delicious these truffles are and would absolutely LOVE to have them in front of me right now!

    Reply
  18. Aleta says

    November 14, 2019 at 10:51 pm

    Whoa, these truffles look insanely delicious! I love the idea of the ganache mixed with bourbon and the hazelnuts. They look like such a great treat to pass around on Christmas!

    Reply
  19. Bernice Hill says

    November 14, 2019 at 11:41 am

    Oh boy…these spell trouble for me because I could not just stop at one. What a great combination of flavours. I love how you laid out this post too. So many things can go wrong with ganache and it’s good to know how to fix them!

    Reply
  20. Farrukh Aziz says

    November 12, 2019 at 9:50 pm

    Chocolate Truffles has always been my weakness and it will be. And looking at these deliciousness, you are giving me goal to make these today itself (minus the bourbon). Tomorrow is Children’s day in our part of the world, making these will be great idea to make my kids happy! thanks Veronika! 🙂

    Reply
  21. Analida Braeger says

    November 12, 2019 at 8:32 pm

    Rich and chocolaty with bourbon! These sound so good almost like jello shots meets ganache! Thanks for sharing. Cheers!

    Reply
    • Donna says

      December 14, 2021 at 6:44 pm

      If I can’t drink, and all my husband drinks is whiskey, do you think that is an OK substitute? Or would just leaving out the alcohol be just as tasty too?

      Reply
      • Veronika's Kitchen says

        December 17, 2021 at 11:39 am

        Hi Donna! Different whisky have different flavors. I never used in the the truffles, but I think it might work. Or you can simply skip the alcohol in this recipe 😉

        Reply

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