BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

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Categories     Candy     Chocolate     Dessert     Christmas     Valentine's Day     Oscars     Edible Gift     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 30 truffles

Number Of Ingredients 6

Truffle base
1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
9 ounces high-quality bittersweet chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped, divided
Chocolate coating
8 ounces high-quality bittersweet chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
Unsweetened cocoa powder (optional; for rolling)

Steps:

  • For truffle base:
  • Bring cream to simmer in heavy small saucepan. Remove from heat; cool to lukewarm, 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir 7 ounces chocolate in metal bowl over saucepan of simmering water until smooth. Remove from heat. Add 2 ounces chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in cream. Chill truffle base until firm enough to roll, about 3 hours.
  • Line rimmed baking sheet with waxed paper. Roll 2 teaspoons truffle base between fingertips into ball. Transfer to prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining truffle base. Chill until firm, about 1 hour.
  • For chocolate coating:
  • Line another rimmed baking sheet with waxed paper. Stir chocolate in metal bowl over saucepan of simmering water just until melted. Remove from heat. Cool slightly.
  • Scoop some of warm (not hot) melted chocolate into palm of hand. Place 1 chilled truffle in hand and roll in palm to coat. Transfer to prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining melted chocolate and truffles, rewarming chocolate if necessary. Roll in cocoa powder if desired. For variations, see page 61 for instructions on rolling in toppings. Chill until firm, about 1 hour. Do ahead Can be made 1 week ahead. Store in airtight container and keep chilled. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before serving.

Nurgis Akther
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These truffles were a bit too rich for me, but they were still good. I think I'll try making them with a different type of chocolate next time.


Nabeeha Nadeem
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but these truffles were amazing! They were so creamy and smooth, and the flavor was perfect.


To'lqin
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These truffles were delicious! I loved the combination of chocolate and coffee. They were the perfect after-dinner treat.


Mohammed Azam Bhati
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I made these truffles for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and I sold out in no time.


Ruba Jutt
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These truffles were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I'm definitely going to make them again.


Arinitwe Andrew
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I had a lot of trouble getting the chocolate to temper. I ended up having to microwave it in short bursts, which worked eventually, but it was a pain.


Sufii Rajoo
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These truffles were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try making them with less sugar next time.


Rim Alayen
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I've made these truffles several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Sajarul Sajarul
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I made these truffles for my husband's birthday and he loved them! They were the perfect combination of sweet and bitter.


Ashley Greenlee (Mrs.DrakoStar)
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These truffles were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.