Chocolate Raspberry Truffles
Indulge in the exquisite taste of homemade chocolate raspberry truffles that are sure to impress at any occasion. These creamy delights blend rich dark chocolate with fresh raspberries, creating a luscious treat that’s both decadent and easy to make. Perfect for celebrations or as a thoughtful gift, these truffles can be customized with various coatings like toasted nuts or cocoa powder for added texture. With just a few simple steps, you can create these gourmet treats right in your kitchen, making every bite an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 5 cups fresh raspberries (rinsed and dried)
- 24 oz dark chocolate (finely chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 18 oz milk chocolate (melted for coating)
- 0.5 cup chopped almonds (toasted)
- 0.25 cup cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Rinse the fresh raspberries and pat them dry.
- Melt the dark chocolate and heavy cream together in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the unsalted butter until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the raspberries, ensuring some remain whole for texture.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Scoop small portions of the chilled mixture to form balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Dip each truffle into melted milk chocolate, then roll in toasted almonds or dust with cocoa powder before returning to parchment paper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg