Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
Decadent chocolate truffles infused with bright raspberry flavor, featuring a smooth ganache center and a delicate coating. These elegant bites are rich, creamy, and perfect for gifting or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 18-24 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup raspberry purée
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder or melted chocolate (for coating)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar or crushed freeze-dried raspberries (optional)
Instructions
- Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering, then remove from heat.
- Pour hot cream over chopped chocolate and let sit for 1 minute.
- Stir until smooth to form a ganache.
- Mix in raspberry purée, butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm.
- Scoop small portions and roll into balls using your hands.
- Roll in cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or crushed raspberries, or dip in melted chocolate.
- Chill briefly until set before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
- Chill mixture longer if too soft to roll.
- Dust hands with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Let truffles sit at room temperature briefly before serving for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
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