Name: Baileys Chocolate Truffles Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients: 12 ounces dark chocolate chips (or a good quality chocolate bar such as Schaffen Barger or Ghiradelli); ⅔ cup heavy cream; ⅓ cup Baileys Irish Cream (such as Baileys or Carolans); 2 tablespoons butter; 3 ounces green sprinkles; 3 ounces shimmering gold sprinkles; 3 ounces white sprinkles

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Introduction

These Baileys Chocolate Truffles are a delightful treat combining rich dark chocolate with the smooth flavor of Irish cream. Perfect for parties or a luxurious homemade gift, they offer a creamy ganache center coated in colorful sprinkles. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to impress.

The image shows a white cake stand with a fluted base holding two layers of round chocolate truffles covered in colorful sprinkles. On the top layer, several truffles are coated in shiny gold sprinkles, bright teal sprinkles, and a mix of teal, white, and gold sprinkles. Surrounding the cake stand, more truffles sit directly on the white marbled surface, including ones with white sprinkles, gold sprinkles, teal sprinkles, and mixed-colored sprinkles. The truffles have a smooth, glossy chocolate base that peeks through the dense sprinkle coating. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

12 ounces dark chocolate chips (or a good quality chocolate bar like Schaffen Barger or Ghirardelli)
⅔ cup heavy cream

⅓ cup Baileys Irish Cream (such as Baileys or Carolans)
2 tablespoons butter

3 ounces green sprinkles
3 ounces shimmering gold sprinkles

3 ounces white sprinkles

Instructions

Step 1: Place the chocolate chips or finely chopped chocolate in a medium heat-proof bowl. If using larger chips, chop them smaller for easier melting.
Step 2: Cut softened butter into small pieces and add to the chocolate.

Step 3: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat just until it begins to boil. Alternatively, heat in the microwave carefully to avoid boiling over.
Step 4: Remove the cream from heat and pour it over the chocolate. Let sit for a minute, then stir or whisk until smooth.
Step 5: If any chocolate pieces remain unmelted, microwave the mixture in 15-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth.

Step 6: Stir in the Irish Cream until the ganache thickens slightly.
Step 7: Pour the ganache into a flat shallow dish (like an 8×8 inch pan) and spread it evenly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight until firm.
Step 8: Pour sprinkles into shallow bowls for rolling.

Step 9: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a small scoop (about ½ tablespoon or 1-inch size), scoop out the ganache and place on the sheet. Roll between your palms to form smooth balls.
Step 10: Roll each ball in the sprinkles to coat, then place back on the baking sheet. Repeat with all the ganache.
Step 11: Refrigerate the truffles until ready to serve.

Tips & Variations

Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smooth texture.
For a firmer truffle, chill overnight before rolling.
Experiment with different sprinkles or dust the truffles with cocoa powder or crushed nuts for variety.

If the ganache is too soft to scoop, chill it a little longer until it firms up.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. To serve, allow them to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes for the best texture. Avoid storing in warm places as the ganache can soften too much.

How to Serve

Three small white square bowls are lined up on a white marbled surface, each filled with tiny rod-shaped sprinkles. The left bowl holds teal sprinkles which spill out in front, the middle bowl contains golden sprinkles with some scattered on the surface below, and the right bowl is filled with white sprinkles that also spill slightly onto the surface. The sprinkles have a shiny texture and the scene is lit with soft natural light, showing fine details and shadows. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use milk or white chocolate instead of dark chocolate?

Yes, you can substitute milk or white chocolate if you prefer a sweeter, creamier truffle. Adjust the sweetness as needed since these chocolates are typically sweeter than dark chocolate.

Can I freeze the truffles?

Yes, you can freeze the truffles in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before bringing to room temperature for serving.