Indulge your taste buds with the exquisite and decadent chocolate liqueur truffles, a delightful confection that combines the richness of chocolate with the smooth, velvety texture of liqueur. These bite-sized treats are perfect for special occasions, as a luxurious gift, or simply to enjoy as a delightful dessert. With their irresistibly creamy filling and a delicate coating of cocoa powder, chocolate liqueur truffles offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your senses.
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CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES WITH LIQUEUR
Decadent chocolate truffles, made even more sinful with the addition of your favourite liqueur. The yield will depend on how small you roll the truffles; I get at least 15 usually.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Candy
Time 1h20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In microwave using medium-low power, melt chocolate in a medium-sized bowl-- the length of time this will take will depend on the strength of your microwave, but expect it to take at least 1 minute.
- Whisk in butter and egg yolk until blended; then whisk in liqueur and icing sugar until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate until firm enough to shape, about 1 hour.
- Shape mixture into small balls, roll balls in cocoa, then place in tiny foil or paper cups.
- The above will be a messy job on your hands-- they will get quite chocolatey; if mixture gets too soft, return it to the fridge to stiffen up again.
- Keep truffles refrigerated in a covered container; remove from fridge about 30 minutes before serving to take the chill off them.
CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES WITH NUTS AND LIQUEUR
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dessert
Time 4h
Yield 40 to 50 truffles
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat a broiler. Spread the nuts on a foil-lined baking sheet and place under the broiler for about a minute to toast them lightly and evenly, stirring them once during the browning. Do not allow them to burn. Set them aside.
- Break the chocolate into a heatproof mixing bowl and place the bowl over a pan of simmering water until the chocolate is nearly all melted. Remove the bowl from the pan of water and stir the chocolate until smooth. Stir in the nuts and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Stir in butter and liqueur. Refrigerate mixture until it is firm enough to handle, an hour or longer.
- When firm, remove the mixture from the refrigerator and allow it to soften for about 15 minutes. Place the cocoa in a shallow dish. Using a spoon, scoop up half-tablespoons of the chocolate mixture, and using your fingertips, form somewhat uneven balls about an inch in diameter and roll them quickly in the cocoa. Place them in a shallow dish and refrigerate until ready to serve. The balls can also be frozen without the cocoa for later use, and then dusted with cocoa just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 72, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHOCOLATE LIQUEUR TRUFFLES
Wanting to make decadent liqueur-based sweet treats for my friends, I scoured high and low for recipes. This little gem came from the most unlikely place, but it fit the bill perfectly. Stunningly simply, utterly moorish :-)
Provided by DutchKiwi
Categories Candy
Time 30m
Yield 24 balls, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Break chocolate up and place in a bowl with the brandy. Place bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir gently to combine until the chocolate is smooth.
- Stir in the butter and egg yolk until well combined (the heat from the chocolate will help melt the butter).
- Refrigerate until firm enough to shape into balls - I made mine slightly larger than standard marbles, but it's up to you and your conscience! Roll each ball in the cocoa (or you could experiment with chocolate hail, crushed pistachio nuts, etc. I used drinking chocolate, as it's sweeter than plain cocoa).
- Return to the fridge (or freeze, as desired). Serve chilled.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the taste of your truffles. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
- Temper your chocolate: Tempering chocolate is a process of heating and cooling it in a controlled manner. This helps to stabilize the chocolate and give it a smooth, glossy finish.
- Use fresh cream: Fresh cream will give your truffles a rich, creamy flavor. Avoid using ultra-pasteurized cream, as it has a slightly cooked flavor.
- Flavor your truffles with your favorite liqueurs: You can use any type of liqueur you like, but some popular choices include Baileys, Grand Marnier, and Kahlua.
- Truffle centers: You can add different centers to your truffles, such as nuts, dried fruit, or caramel. This will give them a more complex flavor and texture.
- Coat your truffles in cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or sprinkles: This will give them a nice finishing touch and help to prevent them from sticking together.
Conclusion:
Chocolate liqueur truffles are a delicious and decadent treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are relatively easy to make, and you can customize them to your own liking. With a little practice, you'll be able to make perfect truffles that will impress your friends and family.Here are some additional tips for making chocolate liqueur truffles:
- Make sure your hands are clean and dry before handling the chocolate.
- Work quickly when making the truffles, as the chocolate can start to melt if it gets too warm.
- If the chocolate is too thick to work with, you can add a little bit of warm cream or milk.
- If the chocolate is too runny, you can chill it in the refrigerator for a few minutes.
- Store the truffles in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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