Desserts
Espresso Truffles
Makes about 18 truffles
Espresso Truffles
Makes about 18 truffles
Nutritional information per truffle: Calories 99 (63% from fat)
carb. 8g
pro. 1g
fat 8g
sat. fat 4g
Col. 9mg
sod. 0mg
calc. 0mg
fiber 1g Vegetarian
Gluten Free
carb. 8g
pro. 1g
fat 8g
sat. fat 4g
Col. 9mg
sod. 0mg
calc. 0mg
fiber 1g Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Ingredients
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
- 8 ounces good quality bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, broken into ½-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon coffee-flavored liqueur, optional
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Preparation
- 1. Insert Stirring Paddle. Add ½ cup heavy cream, 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, and 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder to the work bowl.
- 2. Secure the Cooking Lid. The cooking time is set for 10 minutes at 110°F on Speed 6. With two minutes left, add 1 tablespoon each vanilla and coffee liqueur.
- 3. Transfer to a bowl and cover directly with plastic wrap.
- 4. Refrigerate for about 2 hours or until firm to scoop.
- 5. Using a small scoop, make 18 balls. Roll in hands to create a round shape.
