ORANGE TRUFFLES

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Delicious citrus is the tasty surprise when folks try these chocolate candies. For an elegant effect, CT's cooks drizzled them with melted white chips.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups plus 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips, divided
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon orange extract
2 tablespoon shortening
1/3 cup vanilla or white chips

Steps:

  • Place 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons chocolate chips in a blender or food processor; cover and process until crushed, about 30 seconds. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat cream and butter on high for 30-90 seconds minutes or until almost boiling., While blender or processor is running, gradually pour cream mixture and extract over chips in a steady stream until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or until firm. Roll into 1-in. balls., In a microwave-safe bowl, heat shortening and remaining chocolate chips on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave in 10-to 20-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth. Dip truffles; place on waxed paper to harden., In another microwave-safe bowl, heat vanilla chips at 70% power for 10 seconds; stir. Microwave in 5-second intervals until melted; stir until smooth. Transfer to a pastry or plastic bag; cut a hole in the corner of bag. Drizzle over truffles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Sahil Rajpoot
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These truffles are delicious! The orange flavor is really unique and it pairs perfectly with the chocolate. I will definitely be making these again.


Kelly Hall
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I've never made truffles before, but these were so easy to follow. They turned out perfect and they taste amazing.


Maina Dennis mwangi
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These truffles are so easy to make and they're always a hit. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they're always fresh.


Winde Marcelino
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I'm not a huge fan of orange, but these truffles were surprisingly good. The orange flavor is subtle and it pairs well with the chocolate.


Zidu Maphoto
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These truffles are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. I love the way the orange zest brightens up the chocolate.


Ejoke Dinah
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I was looking for a new truffle recipe to try and I'm so glad I found this one. The orange flavor is so unique and delicious.


Eva Bushi
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These are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love that they're made with real orange juice and zest.


Dawn Stewart
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I've made these truffles several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Mobina Zokaee
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These orange truffles were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they look so festive. I love the combination of orange and chocolate.


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