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Chocolate Orange Truffles

Chocolate Orange Truffles

Delightful Chocolate Orange Truffles combining rich chocolate and zesty orange for an exquisite treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffles
  • 8 oz Semi Sweet or Dark Chocolate finely chopped
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream adds richness
  • 1 medium Orange zested
For Coating
  • 1 cup Chocolate Sprinkles
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder for coating

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Making Truffles
  1. Chop the chocolate into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
  2. Heat the heavy whipping cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
  3. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Stir the mixture until it’s smooth and well combined.
  5. Add the grated orange zest to the chocolate mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
  6. Refrigerate the mixture for approximately 120 minutes or until it firms up.
  7. Scoop out small amounts of the mixture and roll them into balls.
  8. Roll the truffles in chocolate sprinkles or cocoa powder to coat them.
  9. Place the coated truffles on a baking sheet and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Dust with extra orange zest before serving for a fresh touch. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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