Description
Indulge in these rich, bite-sized truffles bursting with dark chocolate, tart dried cherries, and a hint of tropical sweetness from shredded coconut. Perfect for gifting or enjoying as a decadent treat!
Ingredients
- Dark Chocolate: 8 oz (225 g), finely chopped
- Dried Cherries: 1 cup (150 g), chopped
- Sweetened Shredded Coconut: 1 cup (100 g), for rolling
- Heavy Cream: ½ cup (120 ml)
- Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp
Instructions
- Prepare Ganache: Heat heavy cream until steaming. Pour over chopped dark chocolate in a bowl, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth.
- Add Flavor: Mix in vanilla extract and chopped dried cherries. Chill mixture in the refrigerator for 1 hour or until firm.
- Form Truffles: Scoop and roll chilled ganache into 1-inch balls.
- Coat with Coconut: Roll truffles in shredded coconut, ensuring even coverage.
- Set: Place truffles on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set fully.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- For added variety, roll truffles in cocoa powder or finely chopped nuts.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8 g
- Fat: 5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g