Description
Delicious homemade truffles with rich dark chocolate and a bright citrus zest make for a perfect holiday treat or gift.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz quality dark chocolate (semi-sweet or bittersweet) (Use good quality chocolate for best flavor.)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (Bring to room temperature before use.)
- 1-2 tsp fresh orange zest (Adjust to taste.)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (For a silky finish.)
For Coating
- cocoa powder, melted chocolate, or crushed nuts (For rolling or dipping the truffles.)
Optional Add-Ins
- Orange Liqueur, Sea Salt, Extracts, Toppings (Such as Grand Marnier, Cointreau, or festive sprinkles.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the chocolate finely to ensure easy melting.
- In a saucepan, heat the cream until just before it simmers, not boiling.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl and let sit for a minute.
- Stir the mixture until it becomes glossy and smooth.
- Add the butter, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Stir until combined.
- If desired, mix in any liqueurs at this stage.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator until firm, about 1 to 2 hours.
Rolling
- Once firm, scoop out spoonfuls and roll them into balls quickly to prevent melting.
- Dust or dip the truffles in your coating of choice.
- Return them to the fridge to set.
Notes
These truffles can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze and thaw slowly in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Cuisine: American, Holiday