Heart-Shaped Nutella Truffles
These Heart-Shaped Nutella Truffles are a delightful and easy treat perfect for Valentine's Day, combining rich chocolate and creamy Nutella for a sweet surprise.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking tray
- Food processor
- microwave-safe bowl
- heart-shaped mold
Ingredients
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chip morsels
- ½ cup Nutella
- ¼ cup raw hazelnuts
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and roast hazelnuts for about 5 minutes, then cool and rub off the skins.
- Finely chop the cooled hazelnuts in a food processor.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt Nutella and butter for 30 seconds, then stir until smooth and mix in powdered sugar.
- Melt chocolate chips in the microwave for about 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Brush melted chocolate into a heart-shaped mold, invert to remove excess, and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle ground hazelnuts into the chocolate shells, fill with Nutella mixture, and pour remaining chocolate to seal.
- Clean the mold and chill for at least 30 minutes until firm, then remove the truffles.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate chips for optimal results. Store the Nutella Hearts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Allow them to reach room temperature before serving for the best flavor and texture.