Description
Delightful and indulgent truffles that combine creamy white chocolate with refreshing orange zest, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- Cocoa powder or finely chopped nuts for coating
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, combine the chopped white chocolate and heavy cream over a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
- Stir gently to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Add the orange extract and zest, mixing well.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 2 hours until firm.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into balls.
- Coat the balls in cocoa powder or chopped nuts.
- Place truffles on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until set.
Notes
Consider adding candied orange peel for extra flavor. Experiment with different coatings like coconut or pistachios for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg