Creating Valentine’s Day Chocolate Truffles is a fun and straightforward process. Follow these easy steps:

1. Chop Chocolate: Place the chopped semi-sweet chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl.
2. Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat.
3. Combine: Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for about 2-3 minutes to soften the chocolate.
4. Stir: Add the vanilla extract and salt. Stir gently until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour or until the mixture is firm enough to handle.
6. Scoop: Once chilled, use a small cookie scoop or melon baller to portion out the chocolate mixture.
7. Roll: Quickly roll each portion between your palms to form a ball. This part can get messy, but it’s part of the fun!
8. Coat: Roll the truffles in cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or sprinkles until evenly coated.
9. Set: Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to firm up.
10. Serve: Once set, the truffles are ready to be enjoyed or gifted!