Nut-Stuffed Chocolate Truffles

Nut-Stuffed Chocolate Truffles recipe videos

Nut-stuffed chocolate truffles are luxurious confections where a creamy chocolate ganache center, often infused with flavors like vanilla or liqueur, encases a whole nut (such as almond, hazelnut, or pecan) and is then rolled in cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or a decorative coating. They are a popular type of gourmet chocolate candy, with roots in European chocolatier traditions, particularly France and Belgium, though enjoyed worldwide.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These truffles are typically high in fat and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein from the nut and chocolate. A single truffle (about 15-20g) provides roughly 80-110 calories, along with some minerals like magnesium from the chocolate and healthy monounsaturated fats from the nut.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	230 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	30 mg
Iron	2 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Zinc	1 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Vitamin E	1 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg

Per 4 pieces (48 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The name 'truffle' comes from their visual resemblance to the rare and prized fungus, not their ingredients. Nutritionally, the inclusion of a whole nut adds a satisfying textural contrast and provides a source of fiber and antioxidants that complement the flavonoids in dark chocolate.