Drop one of these decadent Hot Chocolate Truffles into a cup of hot milk and stir for the perfect hot cocoa! Hot Chocolate Bombs for all! 
Hot Chocolate Truffles make the perfect Christmas Gift for Neighbors
These are decadent. Hot Chocolate Truffles (or some people call them Hot Chocolate Bombs) are my favorite thing to give out to the neighbors at Christmas! Just drop one into a cup of hot milk and stir for the most perfect hot chocolate! Rich, decanted and a hint of peppermint from the candy canes! They’re fun to make and everyone needs some more hot chocolate during the holiday season. Plus, I like to stand out from all the sugar cookies they get 🙂 This is my favorite gift to give neighbors and they’re always requesting them year after year!
Why are these so fun?
Just plop a truffle bomb in a cup of hot milk and stir! The bigger you make your truffles the more intense the hot chocolate will be…so that’s up to you! You can add extracts like coconut, peppermint whatever you want to flavor them! If you do a flavor that clashes with the candy canes, just roll the truffles in cocoa powder!
Where did I get this recipe? Oh you know… an ex-boyfriend’s sister. Story of my life. My family measures time in my old boyfriends. “Oh! That was 3 boyfriends ago!” Thanks family….
But I do laugh whenever I make these truffles because it seems like just yesterday I was at her house making these with her kids. Thanks again Kim, I’m still hooked years later! 
Just dump all the ingredients into your pot and heat until melted and smooth! As I say in the directions, you can add extracts (other than vanilla) to make them even more special. Almond Hot Chocolate, Orange Hot Chocolate… the possibilities are endless!
When it’s all good and meted, pour into a bowl or tupperware and let it chill!
I don’t know what I would do without my fabulous food scoops! I have almost every size and I use them for everything! This one is the perfect size for all the truffles I make and it makes the scooping process fly by! It’s also an awesome stocking stuffer for the bakers in your life 🙂
You don’t have to roll your truffles in crushed candy canes. I just think it’s festive and adds some fun flavor. But you can roll them in cocoa powder to give a simple look! My original post for this recipe shows what they look like in cocoa powder.
Still looking for more fun Christmas recipes?
Easy Wreath Cookies using M&M’s and Fruit by the Foot!
Perfect for munching on while watching movies or out seeing the neighborhood lights! Peppermint Bark Muddy Buddies!
How adorable are these? Ornament Sugar Cookies using my favorite sugar cookie recipe!
Reindeer Cookies to bring some major cuteness to your next cookie swap!
Hot Chocolate Truffles
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Crushed canes or cocoa powder for rolling
Instructions
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1. Over medium heat, melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, sugar, salt and vanilla extract in a sauce pan. Stir until smooth. (You can add flavorings like almond extract, peppermint extract if you want!)
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2. Pour into a bowl and place in the fridge until cool. (1-2 hours) I sometimes put mine in the freezer to speed up the process.
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3. Scoop out chocolate balls (a little bigger than a tablespoon) and then roll in crushed candy canes or cocoa powder. You can then pop them in the freezer to set a little firmer and then wrap in plastic wrap, goody bags or in a box using mini cupcake liners! Store in the fridge until ready to use!
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4. To use: Drop one truffle into a cup of hot milk and stir until smooth. Enjoy!
Would this work in a cup of coffee? Have you tried? I am not a hot chocolate drinker but these are so cute and pretty. I do like my coffee. Love your website. The pictures are magical!
Carolyn
I’m a little confused… would you want to put one of these into coffee or make a coffee truffle?
Put one of these in a cup of coffee.
I bet these would be great in a cup of coffee. Like a mint cafe mocha!!
Oh I’m sure that would be wonderful!
Yes! I would definitely put it (minus the peppermint as I don’t care for that) in a cup of coffee. I have for years put a package of cocoa mix in my cup of coffee for a nice hot cup of mocha.
These look soooo yummy. Can they be stored in the freezer, and if so, for how long? I love hot chocolate but have never found a good recipe and would love to try this. However, it’s just my husband and I so we would drink it over a period of time. I’d probably cut the recipe in half, but even 8-10 would last us a while. About how long would they take to defrost enough to use?
Thanks!
Jessica
Yes, they can be stored in the freezer! They should be fine for several months. As for the thawing… you can always just zap them in the microwave too! They shouldn’t take too long to melt into your hot milk!
Would this recipe be okay just to eat? I’m looking for interesting truffles to make for a party.
You can, but they are very rich! Add extra sugar! I also have a candy cane truffle recipe, look for that!
I’m glad you’re still hooked! So am I! Have a Merry Christmas!
I know I’m a little late to the dance, but I made these last night. After reading the comments about the truffles not setting, I used 3 cups of chocolate chips & they were perfect. We also like our hot chocolate more intense, so we are using 3/4 cup milk. And then glorious hot cocoa comfort enveloped us!!! Thanks for yet another great recipe Miss Lizzy!!!
Hi Laura! I want to try it your way, but when you say 3/4 cup of milk do you mean you mixed the 3 cups of chocolate with 3/4 cup of cream instead of 1 cup when making the truffles or did you use 1 cup of cream and 3 cups of choc chips for thr truffles but then when you put your truffle in your cup you use 3/4 cup milk for drinking? Did u adjust the sugar? Thanks!
I’m sure she meant she stirred the truffles into only 3/4 cup of milk instead of a full 1 cup. Good luck!
I wonder if I could sub white chocolate chips in this recipe. I have a friend that can’t have chocolate except for white.
If I want to add a flavoring like peppermint or coconut extract, would I swap out the vanilla or add it in addition to the vanilla? Also how much of the other extact should I use?
You can keep the vanilla in! Hmm… I would add probably 2 tsp. of flavoring. You can always taste the chocolate and see if you want it more strong, then just stir extra in!
Have you tried adding alcohol as a flavoring for an adult hot chocolate? Any ideas on an amount to add?
Kim, you had me at Alcohol. lol.
Im thinking Baileys or Irish Cream? If you try it, let me know.
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Lisa
Thinking of making these with white chocolate as well, will let you know how they turn out….
Oh yes, please let me know!
Would these work if instead of scooping them I poured them into a mold? I want to make some fun shaped ones for Christmas gifts
The problem you will probably have is that they won’t hold them shape. They don’t set up rick solid, so little truffle balls are best. But you can increase the chocolate chips and decrease the cream to make them more firm!
How many truffles does this recipe make?
It’s says 15-20
Brilliant! Can’t wait to try
Is there a difference between using milk or heavy cream in this recipe?
Sounds wonderful do these have to be stored in refrigerator thx sonya
I LOVE this idea of using it to make hot chocolate! Like a truffle bomb!
Hi! These look amazing and like a perfect addition (or completion!) to a hot cocoa bar I’m doing for a baby shower! How long will they stay good after you make them (without freezing them?)
I dont see the ingredients anywhere !! I see chocolate, cream…. what are the quantity ? merci 🙂
Ingredients
2 3/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Crushed canes or cocoa powder for rolling
Directions
1. Over medium heat, melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, sugar, salt and vanilla extract in a sauce pan. Stir until smooth. (You can add flavorings like almond extract, peppermint extract if you want!)
2. Pour into a bowl and place in the fridge until cool. (1-2 hours) I sometimes put mine in the freezer to speed up the process.
3. Scoop out chocolate balls (a little bigger than a tablespoon) and then roll in crushed candy canes or cocoa powder. You can then pop them in the freezer to set a little firmer and then wrap in plastic wrap, goody bags or in a box using mini cupcake liners! Store in the fridge until ready to use!
4. To use: Drop one truffle into a cup of hot milk and stir until smooth. Enjoy!
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Maria,
I copied the recipe for you, I think it may have posted into a new comment instead of a reply to you?
I made them divided the chocolate in half and first squeezed about 5 small marshmallows together and then flattened the chocolate in my hand, wrapped it around the marshmallows, and then rolled it. I rolled those in cocoa powder. The other half I added peppermint extract and rolled the balls in crushed candycanes. They look great! Thanks for the recipe.
Suggestions? I know this is an old recipe, but I just made three batches of these truffles. Each separately, not at the same time, and none of them set. Would love any suggestions before I throw away all my hard work and a lot of money! Thanks!!!
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Thanks for the Hot chocolate truffles recipe it looks really good and I am gonna also try that at home.
This looks awesome! Question. If I dip the truffles in tempered chocolate for a hard shell, would they still need to be refrigerated? Thank you!!
Thanks for the Hot chocolate truffles recipe it looks really good and I am gonna also try that at home.