Easy dark chocolate truffles to make at home for special occasions

Theres no shame in being a glutton with this dark chocolate truffle recipe especially during the holiday season. Decorate with chocolate shavings, coconut or crushed nuts. Best enjoyed fridge cold. INGREDIENTS 300 g (7 oz) chocolate tablets with 70 cocoa. 40 g (1. 4 oz) butter (unsalted) 250 ml (8. 5 fl oz) good quality pure liquid cream (heavy cream) 50 g (1. 8 oz) or more cocoa powder to coat the truffles. Or you can use crushed nuts or coconut. Optional: a dash of liquor (grand marnier, cognac, whisky or rum) or some vanilla extract to sweeten the chocolate. Cooling time: In the freezer for between 1 or 2 hours.