Cinnamon Chocolate Truffles

A rich mix of semisweet chocolate, heavy cream, and cream cheese is rolled in walnuts and cinnamon in this easy recipe for holiday truffles.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 164 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ cup finely chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• 1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 12 ounces semisweet chocolate
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine chocolate, cream cheese, and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon cinnamon, vanilla extract, and nutmeg.

Step 2

Pour chocolate mixture into a small bowl and refrigerate until firm but still pliable, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

Step 3

Combine remaining 1 tablespoon cinnamon and walnuts in a shallow bowl.

Step 4

Roll chocolate mixture into balls and set on a plate. Sprinkle walnuts on top, pressing walnuts to make sure they stick. Refrigerate truffles until fully firm, 8 hours to overnight.