These rich, creamy chocolate rum truffles are sinfully delicious and irresistible. These no-bake homemade truffles only need 4 ingredients and 30 minutes of prep time.
In this blog post, I am going to explain how to make this chocolate rum truffles recipe with easy-to-follow directions. Plus, there are photos, and I will answer the question, “What Can I Use Instead Of Rum?”
If you are still craving chocolate after eating these chocolate rum balls, you should try my super fudgy brownie cookies.
Why this chocolate truffle recipe works:
- These easy chocolate truffles have an intense chocolate flavor.
- They are no-bake.
- You only need 4 ingredients.
- These homemade truffles are boozy and delicious.
- Perfect for the holidays and all other occasions.
- How To Make Rum Truffles
- Baker’s Tips
- Substitutions
- What Can I Use Instead Of Rum?
- Can I Use Salted Butter If I Don’t Have Unsalted?
- Do I Have To Use Semi-Sweet Chocolate?
- Frequently Asked Questions And Answers
- Can I Add In Extra Ingredients?
- Is There A Lot Of Alcohol In Chocolate Rum Balls?
- How Long Does Rum Truffles Last And How To Store Them?
- Can You Freeze Homemade Truffles?
- Recipe Video
How To Make Rum Truffles
FIRST STEP: Beat the butter in a mixer or using a handheld mixer at medium speed until it’s soft and creamy. It should take around 2-3 minutes.
SECOND STEP: Pour in melted chocolate with the butter and mix for approximately 1 minute until it’s creamy.
THIRD STEP: Pour in rum and mix until well combined on low speed. It should be smooth and creamy.
FOURTH STEP: Place the bowl in the freezer for around 5 minutes until it firms up. Once it’s firm enough to scoop with an ice cream scoop, it’s ready.
NOTE: Depending on how soft the mixture is at the time you freeze it, it may take shorter or longer to firm up.
FIFTH STEP: Roll the truffles into balls, but do so quickly enough that they don’t melt in your hands. Place the chocolate balls in the fridge for 1 hour, or if you’re in a hurry, cool them in the freezer for 10-15 minutes.
SIXTH STEP: Coat the chocolate truffles in melted chocolate. Place them in the fridge for 10-15 minutes so they can dry. Add a dusting of cocoa before serving.
Baker’s Tips
- Use good quality chocolate for the best results.
- Make sure that the chocolate mixture is cold enough to roll into balls, or it will melt too fast.
- Don’t skip placing the chocolate rum balls in the freezer so they can set up correctly.
- Make sure not to roll the balls too long in your hands, or they will start melting, and chocolate will get everywhere.
Substitutions
What Can I Use Instead Of Rum?
There are several options for you to use instead of rum depending if you want to use alcohol or something else. Possibilities for using alcohol would be whiskey or bourbon. Both would be nice flavors and great options.
For non-alcoholic homemade truffles, an excellent option is pure vanilla extract. Using apple, pineapple, or orange juice are also fantastic options. Sometimes it’s nice to make a few different flavors to try out to see what you like best.
Can I Use Salted Butter If I Don’t Have Unsalted?
Yes, you can use salted butter if that’s what you have on hand. My only warning to you is that because the butter has salt in it, it’s going to taste salty. Salt is a flavor that goes well with sweets, so it will still taste great, just different.
Do I Have To Use Semi-Sweet Chocolate?
I prefer the flavor of semi-sweet chocolate, but you could certainly use other options. Milk chocolate and white chocolate would both taste great. You could use semi-sweet chocolate for the centers and dip them in milk or white chocolate for a variety. Sometimes it’s fun to make several different kinds and try them all.
Frequently Asked Questions And Answers
Can I Add In Extra Ingredients?
Yes, absolutely! You can try all sorts of flavor combinations with these homemade chocolate rum truffles. Some options to add in would be:
- Nuts – Pecans, walnuts, almonds, peanuts, hazelnuts, or anything else you like. Crush them up and add them to the chocolate-butter mixture. Or add some crushed nuts on top of the rum truffles.
- Coconut – Sprinkle some toasted coconut on the homemade truffles after you dip them in chocolate. Yum!
- Candy – Crush up some of your favorite candies and add them to the truffle mixture or add them on top as a garnish.
- Cookies – Use some Oreos or other chocolate cookies to the truffle mixture or crush them and sprinkle on top.
Is There A Lot Of Alcohol In Chocolate Rum Balls?
No, there is only a total of 4 tablespoons of rum. It’s enough to enhance the flavor, but not enough to make you tipsy. You would have to eat a lot of them and would most likely end up with a stomach ache before feeling the effects of the alcohol.
How Long Does Rum Truffles Last And How To Store Them?
Store the chocolate rum balls in an airtight container. Either a plastic bag or glass bowl with a lid would work great. Keep them away from other foods with intense flavors. They should be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Can You Freeze Homemade Truffles?
Yes, you can freeze these homemade chocolate rum truffles. Always keep them stored in a sealed container for up to 2 – 3 months. When you are ready to serve them, toss them in the fridge until they have thawed out.
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These rich, creamy chocolate rum truffles are sinfully delicious and irresistible. These no-bake homemade truffles only need 4 ingredients and 30 minutes of prep time.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold (113g)
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate bars, melted and cooled (9.3 oz / 262g)
- 4 tbsp rum (60ml)
- 2 1/3 cups semi-sweet chocolate, melted (14.1 oz / 400g)
- 1/4 cup cocoa (21g)
With a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a whisk or paddle attachment beat butter on medium speed until soft for about 2-3 minutes. Add melted chocolate and mix until creamy for about 1 minute. Add rum and mix on low speed until well combined and smooth.
Cool for about 5 minutes in the freezer or until firm enough to scoop with an ice cream scoop. The time will depend on how warm the chocolate was when adding it.
Roll truffles quickly into balls. Don’t roll too long or the truffles will begin to melt in your hands. Cool for about 1 hour in the fridge, or 10-15 minutes in the freezer if you want to speed up the process.
Dip truffles in melted chocolate and let dry in the fridge for about 10-15 minutes. Dust with cocoa before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
Recipe Video
Recommendations
- Use good quality chocolate for the best results.
- Make sure that the chocolate mixture is cold enough to roll into balls, or it will melt too fast.
- Don't skip placing the chocolate rum balls in the freezer so they can set up correctly.
- Make sure not to roll the balls too long in your hands, or they will start melting, and chocolate will get everywhere.
Substitutions
What Can I Use Instead Of Rum?
There are several options for you to use instead of rum depending if you want to use alcohol or something else. Possibilities for using alcohol would be whiskey or bourbon. Both would be nice flavors and great options.
For non-alcoholic homemade truffles, an excellent option is pure vanilla extract. Using apple, pineapple, or orange juice are also fantastic options. Sometimes it's nice to make a few different flavors to try out to see what you like best.
Can I Use Salted Butter If I Don't Have Unsalted?
Yes, you can use salted butter if that's what you have on hand. My only warning to you is that because the butter has salt in it, it's going to taste salty. Salt is a flavor that goes well with sweets, so it will still taste great, just different.
Do I Have To Use Semi-Sweet Chocolate?
I prefer the flavor of semi-sweet chocolate, but you could certainly use other options. Milk chocolate and white chocolate would both taste great. You could use semi-sweet chocolate for the centers and dip them in milk or white chocolate for a variety. Sometimes it's fun to make several different kinds and try them all.
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I just not had salted butter, so I used that, I only had 1 cup semi sweet chocolate (seems as though 2 young boys got into mommy’s baking cupboard…hmmmmmm) and I did 3 til rum and 1 tlbspn evaporated milk (trying to use that up) in freezer now; making ahead of time for an adult party I am having Columbus Day weekend for a special treat. Will keep you posted on the turn out!
Can you freeze them for about a month?
Yes, that is possible. Let them thaw in the fridge before serving.
Oh my goodness! These look so creamy, dreamy, and boozy. I love how easy the recipe is. Christmas is far away right now, but I think I’m going to have to whip up a batch of these gorgeous truffles next year. Might have to do a practice batch a little sooner. You know, for science…
I know exactly what you are talking about! And to be honest. Do chocolate truffles really have a season? I’m always in the mood for awesome chocolate treats. Have a great day!
Hi,
Do you use like chocolate morsels in the bag or chopped up bars?
Hi, I prefer chopped high-quality chocolate bars. The chocolate taste has a huge impact on the truffles taste.
I’m sure this will turn out lovely but it’s going to take quite a bit longer the 5 minutes in the fridge before the chocolate mixture is ready to scoop. It’s been in there about 20 and still very liquidy. It’ll take about 45min I think before it’s ready to roll
Mine always take 5 minutes to scoop them. Make sure that the butter is cold. Let the melted chocolate cool down (it shouldn’t be hot) before adding it to the butter. The warmer the chocolate, the longer they take to get firm. To speed the process up you could place them in the freezer for 5 minutes. Hope that helps!
made these today for a Christmas party. oh they are soooo good. I’m making another batch with more rum. Very easy and NO BAKE! Great for me. Merry Christmas everyone!
Awesome, Barbara! I’m happy that you like them. I recommend to add 1 tbsp rum at the time to your taste. But be careful. The rum taste gets more intense after chilling. Happy baking and merry Christmas to you and your family 🙂
Will these melt if left at room temp for a few days?
No, but they will be very soft and won’t last that long like in the fridge. If you don’t want to eat them cold, set them on the counter for 1 hour before serving. Hope that helps!
Hi, is it milk or dark chocolate?
Hi Dianna, I used dark chocolate.
Thank you, once got ingredients will be trying them for my two sons x
What kind of rum do you use? I’m sure it would taste great with any =) but wondering if you use white gold or spiced? For that matter coconut would probably be yummy too!
I used gold rum for this recipe. Yes, coconut would be a perfect fit too. Merry Christmas, Bethany!
You are very welcome! I love to share all my favorite recipes with you.
Hooray truffles season! These rum truffles look so great!
Thank you, Lily!
These would be perfect to satisfy my chocolate cravings and I love the simplicity of the recipe!
Fida, I can say when you are a chocoholic like I am, this is YOUR recipe.
Very easy and very yummy! I used Ron Zacapa 23 Centenario Rum and semi sweet chocolate dipped in dark chocolate and rolled in a few flavors. The chopped heath was the favorite! Next time I will use milk chocolate to calm the bite of the rum. I served them with the rum and my father in law went crazy! Thank you for the recipe!!!!
Thank you so much for your feedback, Angelic! I’m happy that you like it. Happy New Year 🙂