Description
Delight in these decadent Strawberry Dark Chocolate Truffles, combining rich dark chocolate with vibrant freeze-dried strawberry powder for a luscious and elegant treat. Perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious homemade candy, these truffles offer a smooth, creamy texture and a burst of fruity flavor, all crafted with simple ingredients and no baking required.
Ingredients
Scale
Ganache
- 8 oz dark chocolate (60–70% cocoa), finely chopped
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder (plus more for coating)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Coating (optional)
- Melted chocolate or cocoa powder for coating
Instructions
- Heat the Cream and Strawberry Powder: In a small saucepan, warm the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Be careful not to let it boil. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the freeze-dried strawberry powder until fully dissolved, infusing the cream with a vibrant strawberry flavor.
- Make the Ganache: Add the finely chopped dark chocolate, softened butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the warm cream mixture. Let it sit for 2–3 minutes to soften the chocolate, then gently stir until the ganache turns smooth and glossy, creating a rich and creamy chocolate base.
- Chill the Ganache: Pour the ganache into a shallow dish and refrigerate for 1–2 hours until it firms up enough to handle but remains soft enough to scoop.
- Scoop and Shape Truffles: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the chilled ganache and roll each into smooth balls using your hands. Wearing gloves can help if the chocolate starts melting too quickly from your body heat.
- Coat the Truffles: Roll each truffle in additional freeze-dried strawberry powder, cocoa powder, or dip in melted chocolate for an elegant outer shell. Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined tray.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the finished truffles for another 15–20 minutes to set the coating before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- For added texture and bursts of strawberry flavor, gently fold finely chopped freeze-dried strawberries into the ganache before chilling.
- To create different coatings, experiment with powdered sugar, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: European-Inspired
