Coffee Chocolate Truffles
Description: Coffee Chocolate Truffles are a delightful treat that combines rich dark chocolate and the bold flavor of coffee. Made with just a few ingredients, these truffles are perfect for sharing with family or gifting to loved ones during the New Year season. A simple yet indulgent dessert, it’s the ideal way to end a continental meal.
Cuisine: Continental
Course: Dessert
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 150 grams Heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon Instant coffee powder
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (chopped)
- 50 grams Unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 7-8 tablespoons Cocoa powder
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 75 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cream Mixture: In a saucepan, bring the heavy whipping cream to a gentle boil over low heat. Once it begins to boil, stir in the instant coffee powder and mix thoroughly. Turn off the heat once the coffee powder has fully dissolved.
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Melt the Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, break the dark chocolate into small pieces. Add the softened butter to the bowl. Pour the hot cream and coffee mixture over the chocolate and butter. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to allow the chocolate to start melting.
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Mix and Cool: Stir the chocolate and cream mixture until smooth and well combined. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish, cover with cling wrap, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Shape the Truffles: After an hour, remove the mixture from the fridge. Use a spoon to scoop out small portions and roll them into balls using your hands. Work quickly to prevent the mixture from melting as you roll the truffles.
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Coat with Cocoa: Roll each truffle in cocoa powder, ensuring they are well coated. Set aside and repeat the process with the remaining mixture.
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Chill and Serve: Once all the truffles are shaped and coated, refrigerate them again until they firm up. Serve these indulgent Coffee Chocolate Truffles as a dessert, perfect alongside a continental meal like Spinach Corn Pasta in Whole Wheat White Sauce, Garlic Bread with Herb Butter, and Roasted Garlic Potato Soup.
Enjoy these flavorful truffles as a sweet, caffeinated treat that’s perfect for any occasion!
