Delight in Juicy Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles This Holiday Season!
Juicy Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles are the perfect addition to your festive celebrations, offering a delectable fusion of intense chocolate and zesty citrus flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 7 ounce dark cooking chocolate, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon finely grated orange peel
- 1/3 cup chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
1. 1. Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, gently heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
2. 2. Melt Chocolate: Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
3. 3. Add Orange: Stir in the finely grated orange peel until well combined.
4. 4. Chill Mixture: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.
5. 5. Form Truffles: Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, shape the chocolate mixture into small balls.
6. 6. Coat Truffles: Roll each truffle in chocolate sprinkles to coat evenly.
7. 7. Serve: Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Notes
To ensure your Juicy Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles turn out flawless, follow these helpful tips:
– Melt Chocolate Slowly: Take your time when melting the chocolate, as a gentle, controlled temperature is key to achieving a smooth, glossy texture.
– Chill Thoroughly: Allowing the chocolate mixture to chill for the recommended 1-2 hours is crucial for the truffles to firm up and hold their shape when forming.
– Roll Evenly: Gently roll each truffle between your palms to create a consistent, round shape, and then coat them evenly in the chocolate sprinkles.
– Experiment with Flavors: For a festive twist, try adding a splash of orange liqueur or a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the chocolate mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: truffles, chocolate, orange, holiday, dessert