Description
Amaretto Chocolate Bliss Truffles bring Italian liqueur and rich chocolate together in a luxurious dessert. Silky ganache centers rolled in cocoa powder create an elegant treat perfect for intimate gatherings or sophisticated celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chocolate Ingredients:
- 10 ounces (283 grams) dark chocolate, chips, or chopped bars
Dairy/Cream Ingredients:
- ⅔ cup (160 milliliters) heavy whipping cream (or full fat coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
Flavor and Coating Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) amaretto liqueur
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) almond extract
- ⅓ cup (40 grams) cocoa powder (extra for rolling)
Instructions
- Chop high-quality dark chocolate into small, uniform pieces in a medium heat-resistant bowl to ensure even melting and smooth texture.
- Pour heavy cream or coconut cream into a saucepan, heating gently over medium flame until tiny bubbles form around the edges and temperature reaches 185°F (85°C), stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Carefully pour the hot cream over the chocolate pieces, allowing the heat to melt the chocolate slowly. Whisk gently in circular motions until the mixture becomes a glossy, homogeneous ganache with no visible chocolate chunks.
- Incorporate amaretto liqueur and pure almond extract into the chocolate ganache, stirring until fully integrated and the mixture develops a rich, consistent color and aroma.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours, or until the mixture becomes firm enough to hold its shape when rolled.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon (15 milliliters), portion out one-inch (2.5 centimeters) rounds of the chilled chocolate mixture. Lightly mist hands with cooking spray to prevent sticking while gently rolling into smooth spheres.
- Generously coat each truffle by rolling in unsweetened cocoa powder, finely chopped almonds, or decorative sprinkles, ensuring complete coverage for an elegant and textured finish.
Notes
- Elevate your dessert game with these luxurious Amaretto Chocolate Bliss Truffles that combine rich chocolate, smooth amaretto, and a hint of almond.
- Precise cream temperature around 185°F is crucial for creating a perfectly smooth chocolate ganache base.
- Chilling the mixture for 4 hours helps develop intense flavors and ensures the truffles hold their shape when rolled.
- Use cooking spray or lightly oiled hands to prevent sticky chocolate from clinging while forming truffle balls.
- Customize your coating by experimenting with cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or festive sprinkles for added texture and visual appeal.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg