Chocolate fans rejoice! Here’s a simple yet divine way to get your daily fix. Chocolate Malt Truffles also make a lovely hostess gift.
I was so tempted to call these chocolate malt truffles “Chocolate Malty Balls” but I wasn’t sure if everyone would get the joke. I’m referring to a South Park episode that aired around 15 years ago while I was in college. I sort of assume that’s a classic but I wonder sometimes if I’m not starting to show my age with certain references. Not that I’m old. But you know.
I was never a big fan of South Park and couldn’t tell you the last time I watched an episode. But I still remember when the show was young and I could not believe some of the stuff they were getting away with. I clearly remember watching the chocolate salty balls episode with friends as tears streamed down my face and we all laughed hysterically at how ridiculous it was. And I guess I’m still a bit immature because it cracks me up to this day.
Ok, if you have absolutely no idea what I’m talking about here’s a clip from the episode (NSF Mature People):
So anyway…
You should definitely, um, put my chocolate malty balls in your mouth. Because they’re really really good. And very easy to make.
I used King Arthur Flour’s Belcolade bittersweet chocolate disks but any high quality bittersweet (or semi-sweet) chocolate will work.
Chocolate Malt Truffles
Ingredients
Truffles:
- 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 5 tablespoons malted milk powder
Coating:
- 2 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 6 tablespoons malted milk powder
Instructions
- Place bittersweet chocolate in a medium bowl.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream on medium-high heat. As it begins to simmer, whisk in the malt powder until well combined. Once the cream has just come to a boil, remove from heat and pour over the chocolate. With a heat proof spatula, stir until all the chocolate has melted and the mixture, also known as ganache, is combined.
- Allow the ganache to cool slightly, then cover the bowl with a towel and allow it to chill for several hours or overnight.
- Whisk together the cocoa and malt powder for the topping.
- Use a tablespoon to scoop out some chocolate and quickly roll it into a ball. Toss in the topping and set aside. Repeat until all of the chocolate has been used.
- The truffles will soften as they warm up so keep them refrigerated prior to serving.
Please read my full post for additional recipe notes, tips, and serving suggestions!
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Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
I love chocolate malts, what a perfect truffle flavor!
Jennifer Farley says
Thanks so much, Laura!
Kate@Diethood says
These truffles are amazing! And gorgeous!!
Jennifer Farley says
thank you :D
Jess says
I remember the same sense of shock when South Park first got big. I was never a huge fan, but I was definitely impressed at how fast it became (and is still) a phenomenon. I absolultely love the flavor of malt – love that it’s in both the filling and coating on these. Gorgeous photos, Jen!
Siobhan says
Love the simplicity… Can’t decide if I prefer the recipe or the images best :)
Assia says
These look *so* scrumptious!
Kristen says
These look so good. Malt is one of my favorite flavors!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
I love Chef from South Park! To funny!!! I love your chocolate malt truffles. Where do you buy malt powder? I want ot make these for my Husband for V-day!
Jennifer Farley says
Thanks! I found some at Safeway, I believe Nestle makes it.
kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts says
I bet you were giggling and snorting while typing up this post!
Your photos look really great. I can’t lie and say it looks yummy, because I really don’t care for the taste of malt, but I can truthfully say that *if* I were a fan of malt, I bet I’d be a fan of these truffles.
Thanks, Jen!
Jennifer Farley says
It was hard not to crack up writing a post about my, er, balls. Thank you, I’ve been working hard to improve the photography!
Denise & Laura @ Bakingwithbite says
These look so delicious! The pictures are really nice as well.
Jennifer Farley says
Thank you so much!
Neel|Eastern aroma says
Um, I’ve never heard of this, but I feel like I need it in my life!!! Growing up, we made a chocolate dessert during the holidays that included malt and juice. This looks like a much better and tastier version to me!
Cassie | Bake Your Day says
I love chocolate malt balls so I can imagine I’d love these! Thanks for linking to the carrot cake truffles too, reminds me I need to make those again!
Jennifer Farley says
Sure! I wish we could trade, I’ve been dying to try the carrot cake truffles. I had the birthday cake truffles last time I was in NYC and I still daydream about them.
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
These are so pretty! I love malted anything. :)
Jennifer Farley says
Thank you! I do, too :)
Gerry @ foodness gracious says
Choc malty balls do sound kinda cool, I used to watch South Park a long time ago but now I’m older :( Great recipe!!
Jennifer Farley says
We’re old :(
And thank you! :)
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
I got into South Park about a year ago at the insistence of the boyfriend. I now totally think (most of it) is hilarious. But before I’d ever seen a single episode I was filming a movie in Maine and my friend Justin (who was playing the “token black guy”) was singing the Chocolate Salty Balls song, and I’d never heard it before so I thought he was just making it up and I was dying and thinking “This guy is comedy gold!” He is comedy gold, but I did later realize that he did not write that song….when I watched South Park…ahahahahaa :P
On another note: these truffles look DELICIOUS!
Jennifer Farley says
That’s hilarious! And thank you :)
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
I love the styling and colors in your photos, Jen! These truffles sound so decadent! Pinned!
Jennifer Farley says
Thanks so much, Anna. I’m really trying to step it up!