BITTERSWEET DOUBLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES

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Milk chocolate chips enhance the bittersweet flavor of these decadent treats. Tie a few in pretty ribbons for an easy gift. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips
3/4 cup whipped topping
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening
Optional toppings: Crushed peppermint candies, sprinkles and chopped nuts

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt bittersweet chips over low heat. Transfer to a bowl; cool to lukewarm, about 7 minutes. , Beat in whipped topping and cinnamon. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes or until firm enough to form into balls. Shape mixture into 1-in. balls., In a microwave, melt milk chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip truffles in chocolate and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Immediately sprinkle with toppings of your choice. Refrigerate until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Duvan Mauricio Miranda
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These truffles are the perfect balance of sweet and bitter. They're also really easy to make, which is a major plus.


noid
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I've never made truffles before, but these turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!


Ali Khokhar
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These truffles are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. I think I'm going to have to hide them from myself.


Katie Anderson
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I made these truffles for my friends' baby shower and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even the ones who don't usually like dark chocolate.


Nabela Ahmed
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5 stars! These truffles are a true delight. I love the rich chocolate flavor and the delicate bitterness from the espresso powder.


Kiyiy Hhyf
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These truffles are the perfect gift for any chocolate lover. They're easy to make, delicious, and look incredibly impressive.


Noel Washington
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My truffles didn't turn out as shiny as the ones in the picture. Not sure what I did wrong, but they still tasted great!


Ko Kooo
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These truffles were a breeze to make. I used a food processor to blend the chocolate and cream, which saved me a lot of time and effort.


Robert Laporte
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The truffles were a bit tricky to roll, as the ganache was quite soft. I had to chill it for a bit longer before I could shape them properly.


Timothy Dabriel
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I'm not a big fan of dark chocolate, but these truffles were surprisingly good. The bitterness was subtle and well-balanced, and the texture was smooth and creamy.


M Wali
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These truffles were a bit too sweet for my taste. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time, or adding a pinch of salt to balance out the flavors.


Liyole Somlenze
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Had some leftover ganache, so I decided to use it as a filling for my macarons. It turned out amazing! The bitterness of the chocolate complemented the sweetness of the macarons perfectly.


Chizie Sampson
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I've tried many truffle recipes in the past, but this one takes the cake. The addition of espresso powder gives it a unique and sophisticated flavor that really elevates the dish.


Sabbir Ukil
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Made these for Valentine's Day and they were a huge success! My partner is a big fan of chocolate, and these truffles were the perfect gift. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Muhammad usman Rafique
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Bittersweet truffles? Say no more! I'm a huge fan of dark chocolate, so these were right up my alley. Loved the combination of textures and flavors. Will be making these again soon, for sure!


Balaj Jutt
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I'm a novice baker, but I managed to pull these off without any problems. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the end result was simply divine. My family loved them!


Gladys White
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These chocolate truffles were super easy to make and came out looking exactly like the picture! I was worried they would be too rich, but they were perfectly balanced and not overly sweet.


Dike Mercy-blessing
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OMG! Just made these truffles this past weekend. They were a hit at my party, and disappeared within minutes! Will definitely make them again, and will try adding some orange zest to the mix next time for a twist.