Best 5 Bittersweet Truffles Recipes
Looking to tantalize your taste buds with a rich and decadent treat? Bittersweet truffles, also known as dark chocolate truffles, offer a delightful combination of sweet and slightly bitter flavors. These luxurious confections are made with a combination of dark chocolate, cream, and butter, and then coated in a variety of finishes, from cocoa powder to chopped nuts. Whether you're a seasoned chocolatier or just starting your culinary journey, this guide will provide you with the essential steps and variations to create the perfect bittersweet truffles.
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BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
Categories Candy Chocolate Dessert Christmas Valentine's Day Oscars Edible Gift Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 30 truffles
Number Of Ingredients 6
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.
BITTERSWEET TRUFFLES
These delectable truffles make great holiday gifts. For pretty packing, look for mini foil or paper candy cups in the baking aisle of supermarkets or at specialty shops. While the truffles are still slightly soft, roll them in the desired coatings. Kids might like to help with this step.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 2h
Yield Makes 24
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place chocolate in a medium bowl. Bring cream to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; pour over chocolate. Let sit 2 to 3 minutes, then whisk until smooth. Refrigerate (uncovered) until somewhat firm, about 1 hour.
- Spoon mounds (2 level teaspoons each) of chocolate mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment or wax paper. Return to refrigerator 15 minutes.
- With your hands, roll mounds into balls. Place desired coatings in shallow bowls; roll balls in coatings, pressing in and covering completely. Return to baking sheet; chill until set, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 1 g
BITTERSWEET-CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
Chef Jody Williams serves this truffle mixture family-style at holiday parties, with spoons, so guests can scrape off shavings of ganache and toss them through cocoa powder or sandwich between wedges of clementine. It will end up on the table in whatever vessel you chill it in, which could be a pie plate or a decorative platter-it's your house!
Provided by Jody Williams
Categories Bon Appétit Dessert Chocolate Dark Chocolate Milk/Cream Grappa Christmas New Year's Eve
Yield Makes about 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl. Bring cream, salt, and 2 Tbsp. grappa to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. As soon as bubbles begin to form at edges of pan, remove from heat and pour over chocolate. Let sit 3 minutes to let chocolate melt. Whisk (or blend with an immersion blender if you have one) until emulsified and smooth. Scrape into a shallow bowl or pie plate. Let ganache cool; cover and chill until firm, at least 2 hours.
- Place cocoa in a medium bowl; set out on table with ganache and some spoons so guests can drag spoons across chocolate to make curls and toss in cocoa. Serve with clementines and amaro.
- Do Ahead
- Ganache can be made 3 days ahead. Keep chilled.
BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE AND HAZELNUT TRUFFLES
Categories Candy Chocolate Nut Dessert Fall Hazelnut Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 30.Makes about 30
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place chocolate in medium metal bowl. Bring cream to simmer in small saucepan. Pour over chocolate; let stand 2 minutes. Whisk until smooth. Mix in brandy and vanilla. Cool completely, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
- Using electric mixer, beat chocolate mixture until fluffy and lighter in color, about 4 minutes. Mix in 6 tablespoons ground hazelnuts. Cover and refrigerate truffle mixture until firm, about 2 hours.
- Line baking sheet with waxed paper. Place 1 1/2 cups chopped nuts in another medium bowl. Fill glass with hot water. Dip 1-inch-diameter melon baller into water, then into truffle mixture, forming round truffle. Drop truffle into nuts; roll to coat completely and press to adhere. Place on prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining truffle mixture and nuts. Cover and chill until firm, about 1 hour. (Can be made 2 days ahead; keep chilled.)
BITTERSWEET DOUBLE CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
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
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.
Tips:
- For the richest flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate. A chocolate with a cocoa content of 70% or higher will give you the best results.
- Be sure to temper the chocolate before you start making the truffles. This will help to prevent the chocolate from seizing and becoming grainy.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the temperature of the chocolate by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the chocolate hardens immediately, it is ready to use.
- To get perfectly round truffles, use a melon baller or a small spoon to scoop the chocolate mixture.
- Roll the truffles in cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or sprinkles before serving.
Conclusion:
Bittersweet truffles are a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little practice, you'll be able to create perfect truffles that will impress your friends and family.
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