Chocolate Cranberry Truffles
Chocolate Cranberry Truffles are a delightful fusion of rich dark chocolate and tangy cranberries, delivering a sweet-tart taste that will elevate any occasion. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings or enjoying during cozy nights at home. With their elegant appearance and luxurious flavors, these truffles promise to impress your friends and family with every indulgent bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl. In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and butter over medium heat until simmering. Pour this mixture over the chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes before stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
- Use a melon baller to scoop out balls from the chilled mixture, rolling them quickly in your palms to form smooth spheres.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder until well coated.
- Serve on a platter and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg