Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles
Indulge in these rich and zesty Orange Chocolate Christmas Truffles, a perfect holiday treat for gifting or enjoying at festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 140 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- Cocoa powder for dusting
- Optional: chopped nuts or chocolate sprinkles for coating
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and butter over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the orange zest and orange juice.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for about 120 minutes, or until firm.
- Once the mixture is firm, use a spoon or cookie scoop to portion out small balls.
- Roll the balls in cocoa powder, nuts, or sprinkles to coat.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Use good-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and allow the mixture to chill fully to make rolling easier. Experiment with different coatings like shredded coconut or crushed candy canes.