Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of hazelnuts, roasted and chopped
- 1 cup of dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup of powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Food processor
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a food processor, pulse the hazelnuts until they are finely chopped.
2. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream together until smooth.
3. Add the chopped hazelnuts, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and salt to the melted chocolate mixture. Stir until well combined.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, or until firm.
5. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, form the mixture into small balls and roll them in cocoa powder or chopped hazelnuts.
6. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Chill time: 1-2 hours
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
- Refrigerate the mixture until firm.
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 20 truffles.
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 120
- Total fat: 9g
- Saturated fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 30mg
- Total carbohydrates: 10g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Milk chocolate chips can be used instead of dark chocolate chips.
- Almonds or walnuts can be used instead of hazelnuts.
- Half-and-half can be used instead of heavy cream.
Variations:
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture for extra flavor.
- Roll the truffles in crushed graham crackers or shredded coconut instead of cocoa powder or chopped hazelnuts.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to form the truffles for consistent size.
- Chill the mixture until firm before rolling into balls to prevent them from sticking to your hands.
- Store the truffles in the refrigerator until ready to serve to prevent them from melting.
Storage instructions:
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Truffles do not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the truffles on a platter or in a decorative box for gifting.
Garnishes:
- Dust the truffles with additional cocoa powder or chopped hazelnuts before serving.
Pairings:
- Serve the truffles with a glass of red wine or a cup of coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- No side dishes needed.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too soft to form into balls, chill it in the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Use caution when melting the chocolate to prevent burning.
- Store the truffles in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
- Truffles originated in France in the 1800s and were traditionally made with chocolate and cream.
Flavor profiles:
- Rich and chocolatey with a nutty flavor from the hazelnuts.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the truffles as a dessert or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.
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Taste: Rich, Nutty, Chocolatey, Sweet, Creamy