Best 3 Irish Cream Truffles Recipes

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Irish cream truffles are delightful and easy-to-make confectionery treats that combine the essence of Irish cream liqueur with the richness of chocolate. A heavenly delight for many chocolate enthusiasts worldwide, the perfect combination of Irish cream and chocolate in these decadent truffles offers a tantalizing flavor and a smooth, velvety texture. This article presents a collection of the best Irish cream truffles recipes, ranging from classic to exquisite, to help you create these delectable treats at home.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BAILEYS IRISH CREAM TRUFFLES



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Make and share this Baileys Irish Cream Truffles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Steve_G

Categories     Candy

Time 30m

Yield 24 candies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 egg yolks
1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate, Baileys and heavy cream together over very low heat.
  • Whisk in yolks, one at a time; mixture will thicken.
  • Whisk in butter.
  • Refrigerate overnight, or until firm.
  • With spoon make small balls.
  • Roll in powdered sugar, cocoa, chopped nuts, sprinkles, etc.

IRISH CREAM TRUFFLES



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These delectable chocolate truffles are made with Irish cream and are perfect for St. Patrick's Day. Roll in melted chocolate, finely chopped nuts, or cocoa powder for a finishing touch.

Provided by Esther Kaiser

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Irish Cream

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon Irish cream liqueur

Steps:

  • Whisk heavy cream and sugar together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat until the edges of the cream show fine bubbles but mixture does not boil, allowing sugar to dissolve. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk butter, chocolate chips, and Irish cream into cream mixture until butter and chocolate chips are melted. Cool to room temperature.
  • Scoop up the chocolate mixture about 1 tablespoon at a time and roll into a 1-inch ball; set truffles on a plate.
  • Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 19.5 mg, Sugar 12.7 g

BAILEY'S IRISH CREAM TRUFFLES



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Make and share this Bailey's Irish Cream Truffles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stephanie Z.

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 70 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb chocolate, chopped into small pieces
2/3 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup Baileys Irish Cream
1 lb confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place the chocolate in a heat proof bowl and bring the cream to a boil in a small pot.
  • Pour the boiling cream over the chocolate and let stand for 1 minute. With a rubber spatula, begin stirring the cream and the chocolate together in the center of the bowl. Gradually incorporate the chocolate and cream from the edge of the bowl.
  • Stir in the Bailey's Irish Cream. Cover and let stand overnight or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
  • Scoop the chocolate mixture out into small round balls, about 3/4" in diameter. Roll the truffles, individually, in the palms of your hands to achieve a uniform shape or leave them as is and irregular.
  • Store the truffles in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and toss them in confectioner's sugar just before serving.

Tips:

  • For a smoother truffle, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • If you don't have any Irish cream, you can use a mixture of whiskey and cream.
  • To make the truffles even more decadent, you can add a teaspoon of coffee extract to the ganache.
  • If you want to make the truffles ahead of time, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • To serve, let the truffles come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Irish cream truffles are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are rich, creamy, and have a wonderful Irish cream flavor. Whether you are making them for a party or just to enjoy yourself, these truffles are sure to be a hit.

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