Description
Amaretto Chocolate Truffles are a decadent treat that melt in your mouth, offering a rich, velvety texture complemented by the warm, nutty flavor of amaretto liqueur. Each bite is a harmonious blend of dark chocolate and a hint of almond, creating a luxurious experience that is both indulgent and satisfying.
Ingredients
- Dark Chocolate: 8 oz, finely chopped
- Heavy Cream: 1/2 cup
- Amaretto Liqueur: 1/4 cup
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: 1/2 cup, for dusting
- Chopped Almonds: 1/2 cup, for coating (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
- Stir in the amaretto liqueur until well combined.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.
- Using a melon baller or small scoop, form the chocolate mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or chopped almonds to coat.
- Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These truffles can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Keep truffles in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain freshness.
- Substitutions: Use milk chocolate for a sweeter flavor or omit the amaretto for a non-alcoholic version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 5 milligrams
- Fat: 9 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 10 milligrams
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