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CHOCOLATE & LIQUEUR TRUFFLES

CHOCOLATE & LIQUEUR TRUFFLES

Unwrap a delightful surprise with these boozy truffles! Crafted with the finest dark chocolate and infused with a hint of your favorite liqueur, these decadent truffles are a symphony of flavor and texture. Finish them with a dusting of cocoa powder, a sprinkle of chopped nuts, or a touch of shredded coconut for a personalized touch that's perfect for treating yourself or gifting to someone special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 30 Truffles
Calories 64 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 227 grams semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (double cream)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 2 tbsp alcohol cut into small pieces e.g. Cognac, brandy, Grand Marnier, kirsch, rum, bourbon, or Kahlua
  • Toppings: Whatever you like – cocoa, finely chopped toasted nuts, chocolate hail, coconut, etc.

Instructions
 

  • Place the chopped chocolate in a medium sized heatproof bowl. Set aside.
  • Heat the cream and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring just to a boil. Immediately pour the boiling cream over the chocolate and allow to stand for a minute or two. Stir with a rubber spatula until smooth. (If the chocolate doesn’t melt completely, place in the microwave for about 20 seconds, or over a saucepan of simmering water, just until melted.)
  • Add the salt and, if desired, add the liqueur. Cover and place in the refrigerator until the truffle mixture is firm (this will take several hours or overnight). Place your coatings for the truffles on a plate. Remove the truffle mixture from the refrigerator. With your hands, a small ice cream scoop, a melon baller, or a small spoon form the chocolate into round bite-sized balls. Immediately roll the truffle in the topping/s of your choice and place on a parchment lined baking sheet or tray.
  • Cover and place in the refrigerator until firm. Truffles can be refrigerated for a couple of weeks or else frozen for a couple of months. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 64kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 2mgPotassium: 47mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 85IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Chocolate Liqueur Truffles, Truffles
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