Raspberry Truffles
Quick and easy Raspberry Truffles are the epitome of sweet indulgence and the perfect treat for special occasions like Valentine's Day, birthdays or parties. With a creamy white chocolate raspberry center and rich chocolate coating, every decadent bite is pure bliss!
Servings 24
Calories 289kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups freeze-dried raspberries approximately 1.6 ounces
- 14 ounces white chocolate chips high-quality, or finely chopped white chocolate
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature, cut into small pieces
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 14 ounces bittersweet chocolate chips high-quality, or finely chopped bittersweet chocolate
Instructions
- Pluse the freeze-dried raspberries in a food processor until they form a fine powder.
- Sift the raspberry powder through a sieve into a small bowl to remove the seeds. Set aside.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and butter.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low heat until it simmers, but do not let it boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the white chocolate and butter and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Slowly stir the mixture until the chocolate and butter have melted and smoothly combined.
- Add 1/3 cup of the raspberry powder to the bowl and mix until fully incorporated. Taste the mixture to determine the strength of the raspberry flavor, and then add more raspberry powder as needed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours or until the mixture has firmed up enough to form into balls.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Once the mixture has firmed up, use a heaping teaspoon to scoop out a portion and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place the ball on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make approximately 24 balls. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Melt the bittersweet chocolate in a large bowl using short bursts in the microwave (30 second intervals at 50% power, stirring in between) or by setting the bowl over a double boiler and stirring frequently.
- Dip each ball into the melted chocolate using a dipping tool or two forks, tapping off any excess chocolate and returning to the tray to set up.
- Sprinkle some of the remaining raspberry powder or chocolate jimmies on top of the truffles before the chocolate has set up if you like. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage Information
Raspberry Truffles can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 422mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 241mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 5mg