Perfect Gold-Dusted Chocolate Truffles
These rich, velvety chocolate truffles are dusted with edible gold for a festive and elegant treat, perfect for New Year’s Eve or any celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa, bittersweet)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Edible gold dust (food-grade, cosmetic-safe)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for rolling)
Instructions
- Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
- Gently heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it just starts to simmer, then remove from heat.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 2-3 minutes to soften.
- Stir gently until smooth and glossy, then add softened butter and vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
- Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, portion the ganache and quickly roll between palms to form smooth balls.
- Lightly brush or toss the truffles with edible gold dust or roll in cocoa powder if preferred.
- Place the finished truffles on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the coating.
Notes
Use good-quality chocolate for best results. Avoid overheating cream to prevent seizing. Chill ganache thoroughly before shaping. Keep hands cool while rolling to prevent melting. Edible gold dust is optional but adds festive elegance. Can substitute coconut cream and dairy-free chocolate for vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (about 15
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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