Chocolate Truffles

by

Kamran Siddiqi

Posted April 5, 2022 (Last updated April 5, 2022)

Serves

7

Total Time

1hrs 35mins

Calories

237

These truffles are luscious; they’re smooth, rich, and have the perfect amount of flavor thanks to the small addition of sea salt and vanilla. Admittedly, they’re a bit messy to make but they come together in a...

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    Ingredients

  • Dark chocolate icon
    Dark chocolate170 gcoarsely chopped
  • Whipping cream icon
    Whipping cream80 ml
  • Unsalted butter icon
    Unsalted butter14 g
  • Sea salt icon
    Sea salt1 pinch
  • Golden syrup icon
    Golden syrup1 ½ teaspoons
  • Vanilla extract icon
    Vanilla extract1 teaspoon
  • Flaked coconut icon
    Flaked coconut3 tablespoons
  • Pistachios icon
    Pistachios3 tablespoonschopped
  • Cocoa powder icon
    Cocoa powder3 tablespoons
    Method

  • 1. Add dark chocolate, whipping cream, unsalted butter and sea salt to a clean saucepan
  • 2. Stir constantly until completely melted then set aside - low heat
  • 3. Add golden syrup and vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture
  • 4. Stir until completely mixed
  • 5. Transfer chocolate mixture to baking pan
  • 6. Refrigerate the pan of truffle filling, uncovered, until firm, about 45 minutes
  • 7. Line a serving plate or rimmed baking sheet with parchment or wax paper, and set aside
  • 8. Place the shredded coconut, pistachio nuts, and cocoa powder in mouds on a large piece of parchment or wax paper
  • 9. Scoop a heaping teaspoon-sized portion of the chocolate mixture
  • 10. Form into a rough round with your hands
  • 11. Roll the round in desired coating, pressing in and covering completely, making sure to shake of any excess
  • 12. Repeat the process with the rest of the chocolate mixture
  • 13. Put truffles on a baking sheet and chill in fridge - approx 30 min
  • 14. Serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks

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