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Decadent Raspberry Truffles

Decadent Raspberry Truffles: Your New Favorite Homemade Treat

Indulge in Decadent Raspberry Truffles, a rich and gluten-free homemade treat combining dark chocolate and vibrant raspberry flavors.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ganache
  • 8 oz Dark Chocolate (60-75% cocoa solids) Use high-quality chocolate for a rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream At least 36% milk fat required.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Room temperature for smooth blending.
  • 1 oz Freeze-Dried Raspberries Concentrates raspberry flavor without moisture.
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Quality extract to enhance flavor.
  • 1 tsp Non-Alcoholic Raspberry Flavoring Optional for added raspberry essence.
  • pinch Sea Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Coating
  • 3 tbsp Cocoa Powder For a chocolatey exterior.
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Dust for a sweet finish.
  • 2 tbsp Freeze-Dried Raspberry Powder For color and extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Nuts Choose nuts for crunch.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Heatproof bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grind freeze-dried raspberries into fine powder and set aside.
  2. Chop dark chocolate and place in a heatproof bowl.
  3. Heat heavy whipping cream in a saucepan until simmering, then remove from heat.
  4. Pour hot cream over chocolate and let sit for 5 minutes before stirring.
  5. Add raspberry powder, unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and optional raspberry flavoring to ganache and mix until smooth.
  6. Cover and chill ganache for 4-6 hours or overnight until firm.
  7. Prepare coatings on shallow plates.
  8. Scoop ganache into equal portions and shape into balls.
  9. Roll truffles in chosen coatings and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  10. Refrigerate for another 20-30 minutes to set shape.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow truffles to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving for best flavor.

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