Walnut Centered Spiced Truffles Shaping Coating and Storing Tips

Written by bhavana verma | October 11, 2025

When chocolate truffles are made with a nutty center, the texture of the truffles becomes crispy and satisfying. As you bite into the thick, chocolatey layer, you taste the blissful crunch of the walnuts that creates an enjoyable experience. This combination of walnut and chocolate is unmatched by any other combination. You can pair chocolate with other nuts, but it’s hard to find a better match for chocolate than walnuts. This is because the bitter and sweet flavor of walnuts pairs well with the rich and dark tones of chocolate. Moreover, the crunch of walnuts gives a satisfying experience when combined with the smooth texture of chocolate.

This becomes an unbeatable combination of flavors and textures. You can do so much with walnuts and chocolate. From cakes to mousse, almost everything made with this combination is downright delicious. It tastes even better with a warming touch of spices. Spices elevate the flavor of both walnuts and chocolate, taking them to the next level. The warmth derived from spices gives a contrasting yet complementary flavor to the crunchy walnuts and rich chocolate.

When making chocolate truffles with walnuts as the center, you need to take care of a few things you get the texture and flavor. Often, when not made carefully enough, spiced chocolate truffles with a walnut center may lead to common mishaps that can ruin both the flavor and texture of the chocolate truffles. For times like this, you need a foolproof guide on how to make the best chocolate truffles with a walnut center. This article is all about that! With the right tips and tricks in mind, you can easily create a perfect walnut-centered chocolate truffle at home and present it at any occasion with as many garnishes as you like. Check out these tips and follow them the next time you make spiced chocolate truffles with a walnut center.

Tip 1: Chill the mixture first:

Refrigerate the spiced chocolate base after making for at least 1 to 2 hours until it is firm but still pliable. This will prevent the truffles from sticking to your hands, keeping the shape clean and helping you shape the truffles evenly.

Tip 2: To get a uniform size

Use a melon baller, a round teaspoon, or a small cookie scoop to scoop equal amounts of the mixture to make even-sized truffles. If you try to take it with your hand without measuring, the truffles will not be even-sized and this will impact the appearance.

Tip 3: Coat the walnut entirely

First, take a small portion of the mixture in your palm and gently flatten it with your fingers. Then place the walnut in the center and gently roll the edges of the mix inwards until you seal it at the top. In this way, you can completely conceal the walnut inside and create a perfect ball without any cracks or openings.

Tip 4: Keep working quickly

If your palms are warm, you will find it challenging to shape the chocolate, as it will often melt and stick to your hands. Therefore, work quickly with your hands and keep a bowl of ice water nearby to dunk your hands in for quick cooling, which will help prevent the chocolate from melting.

Tip 5: Choose a proper coating

A coating is necessary for chocolate truffles, as it keeps the chocolate from melting at room temperature and humidity, while also providing a good appearance. Cocoa powder dust locks in the moisture and provides a bitter-sweet flavor. Powdered sugar also locks in the moisture and gives a snowball effect with sweetness. Melted chocolate offers a glossy finish, and when it sets, it forms a hard, shell-like coating. Crushed walnuts provide a crunch to the chocolate truffles and create a stunning appearance. You can choose your favorite topping and work your way through making the truffles at home.

Tip 6: Work in batches

Always work in small batches and coat a few truffles at a time so they don’t soften as you are rolling other truffles.

Tip 7: Double dip for thickness

It is always a good measure to double-dip the truffles in melted chocolate to ensure they are well-secured. Let the first coat set, then dip the truffles again to get a thicker shell.

Tip 8: Store well

You can store these truffles in the refrigerator, freezer, or at room temperature.

For refrigeration, store the truffles in an airtight container and keep them in a dry area of the refrigerator. In this way, they will be perfect for up to 2 weeks. Keep a piece of parchment paper between the layers to prevent the truffles from sticking.

When frozen, these truffles stay perfect for up to 3 months. You can serve after thawing in the refrigerator to avoid condensation.

If your kitchen is cool, below 20°C, you can keep the truffles at room temperature for 3 to 4 days in a sealed, airtight container.