Description
Raspberry Dark Chocolate Truffles are decadent bite-sized treats combining rich, bittersweet dark chocolate ganache and fresh raspberry puree for a harmonious blend of flavors. These elegant, melt-in-your-mouth truffles are simple to make with just a few quality ingredients and are perfect for gifting or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more), finely chopped
- 100g fresh or frozen raspberries
- 120ml heavy cream
- 30g unsalted butter
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting or sweetening)
Optional Coatings & Additions
- Cocoa powder
- Chopped nuts (pistachios, hazelnuts, etc.)
- Raspberry liqueur or vanilla extract (optional, for infused flavor)
- White chocolate (alternative to dark chocolate for variation)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ganache: Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. Gently heat the heavy cream and butter together until hot but not boiling, then pour the mixture over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for about a minute to soften, then stir until the ganache is smooth and glossy.
- Incorporate the Raspberry: Puree the fresh or thawed raspberries using a blender or food processor. Gently fold the raspberry puree into the chocolate ganache, blending evenly to combine the bright tang with the rich chocolate.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the ganache is firm enough to scoop and shape into truffles.
- Shape the Truffles: Using a small scoop or spoon, portion the chilled ganache into bite-sized balls. Quickly roll each between your palms to form smooth spheres, working briskly to avoid melting the ganache.
- Coat and Finish: Roll each formed truffle in your choice of coating such as cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or powdered sugar. Place the coated truffles on parchment paper and refrigerate again for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the coating.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for the best flavor.
- Ensure the ganache is thoroughly chilled before shaping to achieve clean, polished truffles.
- Work quickly when rolling the truffles as the ganache softens easily from body heat.
- Keep all utensils and bowls dry to prevent chocolate from seizing.
- Experiment with different coatings like crushed pistachios or chili powder for unique flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (approx. 15g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg