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Juicy Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles

Deliciously rich chocolate truffles infused with zesty orange flavor, perfect for holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Truffle Base
  • 200 g dark chocolate chopped
  • 100 ml heavy cream room temperature
  • 1 tbsp orange zest freshly grated
  • 1 tbsp orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Coating
  • 100 g cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 50 g powdered sugar for dusting
  • 50 g chopped nuts optional, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Truffle Mixture
  1. In a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate until smooth.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the melted chocolate into the cream mixture and whisk until fully combined.
Chill the Mixture
  1. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes, or until firm.
Form the Truffles
  1. Using a melon baller or your hands, scoop out small portions of the chilled mixture and roll them into balls.
  2. Place the truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Coat the Truffles
  1. Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or powdered sugar until fully coated.
  2. If desired, sprinkle with chopped nuts for added texture.
Chill and Serve
  1. Refrigerate the coated truffles for an additional 15 minutes before serving.
  2. Enjoy your Juicy Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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