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Published: Nov 7, 2020 ยท Last Updated On: Jul 17, 2024 by Natasha Minocha

Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffle

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Chai-spiced chocolate truffles are the perfect mix between fudge and soft caramel. Rich and decadent with dark chocolate and intensely fragrant from the sharp notes of warm spices, these bite-sized delicacies are fabulous for gifting.

Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Truffles are the epitome of minimum effort and maximum reward treats. With 2 basic ingredients, you can play around with flavors to produce endless variations. 

Iโ€™ve tried them with lovely lavender and with boozy Baileys. But because Diwali is in the air, I wanted to make them extra special. So, I used my homemade chai spice to steep the truffles with a deep, warming aroma and earthiness.

The mouthful of sharp cardamon, fiery ginger, bossy cloves, bold pepper, and piquant cinnamon truly enliven the truffles with a bouquet of flavors and aroma. 

Chai Masala for Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

I sprinkled a few dried rose petals in the chai masala to make the chocolate truffles extra special. But thatโ€™s an entirely optional step. The truffles will remain bites of fudgy wonder all on their own. 

How Can I Make Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles?

Itโ€™s the most basic recipe. You make a ganache from cream and chocolate. Let it set, roll the ganache in balls, and wrap it up with a dusting of cocoa.

  • To start, in barely warm coconut cream, add the chai spice.
  • Let the cream and spice steep for 15 minutes. If you fancy a more potent flavor profile, let the cream infuse for 30 minutes to 1 hour. 
Ifusing chai spice in coconut cream for making Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe
  • You now have a choice:
  • You can either strain the cream to remove all the spice bits from it.
  • Or you can use it as-is. 

I prefer the latter because I donโ€™t mind feeling bits of chai masala with each nibble of the truffle. 

  • You now heat the infused cream till it comes to a bare simmer.
Mix chocolate into the warm cream for Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe
  • Add in the room-temperature chocolate and gently stir till you have the ganache. Youโ€™re gunning for something that looks very much like chocolate pudding. Think smooth, thick, and glossy. 
  • Pour the ganache into a flat dish. I always use a pie dish.
  • Slide it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or till the ganache firms up.
Ready ganache for Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Making perfect chai spiced chocolate truffle balls

Truffles are low-effort desserts. The refrigerator does most of the work for you. And itโ€™s the key to making the perfect truffle balls. 

Ready ganache for making Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Let the ganache cool completely, till it hardens. Using a cookie scoop (or two small spoons), scoop out tiny portions of the ganache. 

Slide the scooped-out truffle balls back into the fridge. Wait for them to harden again, and then as the final step, roll the truffles in cocoa powder. 

Scooping out ganache balls for Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Tips for making great chocolate truffle

A cookโ€™s job is made ten times easier with decent ingredients. And when a recipe is as basic as chocolate truffles, the choicest quality ingredients become a must. Besides that, keep the following in mind:

  • The cream-to-chocolate ratio always remains 1:2. As long as you stick to 1 cup of cream for every 2 cups of chocolate, your truffles will come out perfectly. 
  • If you need to weigh the ingredients to make quantities precise, do so.
  • Do not overheat the cream. You donโ€™t want it to split. 
  • The stovetop is most reliable, but in case you use the microwave to heat your cream. Do it in 1-minute spurts. Itโ€™ll keep the temperature under control. 
  • At times, the chocolate doesnโ€™t melt completely when you mix it with infused cream. You can reheat the entire thing. But again, do it gently. Overheating will spoil the chocolate. 
Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Variations of chai-spiced chocolate truffles

I always have a jar of chai masala in the pantry, especially as the winters roll in. I use it not just for my tea but also in my desserts like my chai-spiced apple cake, walnut cookies, and masala chai tiramisu!

So, adding it to truffles just made sense. You can always switch it up with another flavor. Try Baileys Chocolate Truffles or even Lavender Chocolate Truffles.

Can you make vegan chocolate truffles?

Yes, of course. I generally use dairy-free dark chocolate, but this time I ran out of it. To make the truffles vegan, simply use any chocolate that doesnโ€™t have dairy.

What cream to use for chocolate truffles?

If you donโ€™t have coconut cream, use regular cream. For those making vegan truffles, you can even try full-fat coconut milk. Just make sure that you use the thick layer that floats on top of the tin. 

What other flavors can you add?

Whatever strikes your fancy โ€“ from coffee to pumpkin spice, from peanut butter to almond butter, everything works.

Is rolling in cocoa powder necessary?

Of course not. You can roll them in chopped nuts โ€“ almonds, hazelnuts, or pistachios. Enrobe them in colorful sprinkles or Matcha powder. You can even dip them in melted chocolate.

What kind of chocolate is best for truffles?

Dark chocolate is the best and the most premium quality you can get. 

I used 65% couverture this time, but anything above 50% would do well too. You can even utilize milk chocolate if thatโ€™s where your taste buds lie. 

Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Serving the chai spiced chocolate truffles

Richly decadent and absolutely addictive, you get a kick at the back of your throat with every morsel of these truffles. Just perfect for the rapidly cooling weather. 

We enjoyed them post-dinner with a cup of coffee. With no added sugar and lots of dark chocolate, the chai spiced chocolate truffles were the consummate treats to end the day. They pair fantastically with a glass of wine, too. Yes, they do have a touch of adult flavor but that didnโ€™t stop my kids from relishing them. For the same reasons, they make a great Diwali gift. Who doesnโ€™t love some sumptuous homemade chocolates?

Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

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Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

Chai- Spiced Chocolate Truffles

Natasha Minocha
Chai-spiced chocolate truffles are the perfect mix between fudge and soft caramel. Rich and decadent with dark chocolate and intensely fragrant from the sharp notes of warm spices, these bite-sized delicacies are fabulous for gifting.
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Prep Time 40 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Chilling Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 55 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Indian
Servings 30 Truffles
Calories 110 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 200 gms Coconut cream You can use regular cream too.
  • 2 tsp Chai Masala/ Chai Spice Powder*
  • 400 gms Dark chocolate Make sure the chocolate is at room temperature.
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa powder, for rolling the truffles

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan, barely warm the cream. Add the chai spice.
  • Let the cream and spice infuse for 15 minutes. For a more potent flavor, let the cream infuse for 30-60 minutes.
  • Now you can strain the cream or use it as is. I chose to use it unstrained.
  • Reheat the cream to a bare warm again and add in the chocolate. Gently stir till all chocolate is melted and is smooth and shiny.
  • Transfer to a shallow bowl and refrigerate for 30-40 minutes. Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, scoop out small balls.
  • I like to refrigerate these for 10-15 minutes. Roll into smooth balls and refrigerate again for a few minutes.
  • Roll the truffles in cocoa powder, serve immediately and enjoy!
  • These truffles store well in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1TruffleCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 0.4mgSodium: 6mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 0.03mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 2mg
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Chai Spiced Chocolate Truffles | Easy Chocolate Truffles Recipe

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  1. Shivani says

    October 13, 2022 at 10:23 pm

    Hello
    Just wanted to know what is the shelf life of the truffle if kept in the refrigerator in a shallow bowl without turning them into balls.

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      October 15, 2022 at 4:11 pm

      Do you mean the truffle mixture? It should be good for 3-4 days. You will have to keep out for a bit before making balls as the mixture will be too hard.

      Reply
  2. Nat says

    October 10, 2022 at 7:36 am

    Is it okay to use chai tea bag?

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    • Natasha Minocha says

      October 10, 2022 at 12:03 pm

      Hello, this recipe uses chai spices and not tea. The spice blend is rather simple to make or you could use a store-bought one. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. Tex Hooper says

    May 13, 2021 at 7:16 am

    Adding spice and fudge to a truffle sounds amazing. I need to get a box of chocolates for my mom. She loves white fudge truffles with peppermint.

    Reply
    • Natasha Minocha says

      May 14, 2021 at 10:51 am

      Oh, white fudge peppermint truffles sound heavenly! Your mom does have a very fine taste. ๐Ÿ™‚
      Thank you for stopping by! xx

      Reply

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