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Juicy Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (approximately 20 truffles) 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: International

Description

These Juicy Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles are a delightful holiday treat combining rich dark chocolate ganache infused with fresh orange zest, rolled into smooth balls and coated with chocolate sprinkles. With a silky texture and a burst of citrus flavor, these truffles are perfect for festive gifting or entertaining.

Ingredients

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Ganache Ingredients

  • 90 ml (around 1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons) heavy cream
  • 200 g (7 oz) dark cooking chocolate (40% cocoa), finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated orange peel
  • 1/3 cup chocolate sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mis-en-Place and Infuse Cream: Finely chop the dark chocolate and grate the orange zest, then set them aside. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place chocolate sprinkles into a shallow bowl. In a small saucepan, combine the cold heavy cream with the freshly grated orange zest. Gently heat over medium heat until it just begins to simmer around the edges, avoiding boiling. Remove from heat as soon as tiny bubbles form around the edges to prevent scorching.
  2. Create the Ganache: Immediately add the chopped dark chocolate to the hot cream and allow it to sit undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to let the residual heat melt the chocolate thoroughly. Then gently whisk or stir from the center outward until the mixture becomes smooth, uniform, and silky, forming the ganache.
  3. Chill the Ganache: Pour the warm ganache into a shallow dish or small baking pan. Place it in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the ganache is firm enough to scoop and roll but still pliable.
  4. Form and Coat Truffles: Using a spoon or mini ice cream scoop, portion small amounts of the chilled ganache. Quickly roll each portion between your palms into smooth balls. Immediately toss each truffle in the chocolate sprinkles, pressing gently to ensure they’re evenly coated.
  5. Final Chill and Storage: Place the coated truffles on the parchment-lined baking tray. Chill again in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set the sprinkles and firm the truffles. Once firm, transfer the truffles to an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use good quality dark chocolate (40% cocoa) for the best flavor and texture.
  • Grate only the orange zest, avoiding the white pith, as it can make the truffles bitter.
  • Make sure not to boil the cream to prevent curdling or burning.
  • Chilling times are important to get the right consistency for rolling the ganache into balls.
  • Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator, best consumed within one week.
  • For a festive touch, consider using colored sprinkles or dusting with cocoa powder instead.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/juicy-orange-chocolate-christmas-truffles-recipe/