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These incredibly easy and elegant truffles are a real show stopper!
Try them at Easter, Valentines, Christmas, birthdays or just as a simple treat for guests after dinner.

*Note: Prep time includes the two hour chilling time.

Prep Time2 hrs 30 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time2 hrs 45 mins
 16 oz dark chocolate couverture, chopped
 12 oz heavy cream
 ½ cup cocoa powder (optional)
1

In a medium, heavy bottom pot, bring the cream and Balsamic vinegar to a simmer.

2

Place the chopped couverture in a stainless-steel bowl that can sit atop the pot; carefully stir occasionally until chocolate begins to melt.

3

Allow cream mixture to boil for a full minute, then pour over the melted couverture.

4

Allow the cream to melt the chocolate undisturbed for about 30 seconds, then whisk until all the chocolate has melted.

5

Place the bowl in a cooler, stirring every fifteen minutes until it begins to set.

6

Next, place the bowl in an ice bath to bring the temperature below 41°F for later use. Pipe or scoop the cooled ganache to create small truffle-sized balls.

7

Chill the truffles until firm, at least two hours, or overnight.

8

To finish, dip the chilled truffles in melted dark chocolate or lightly dust with unsweetened cocoa powder as preferred.

9

Makes approximately two dozen truffles.

Ingredients

 16 oz dark chocolate couverture, chopped
 12 oz heavy cream
 ½ cup cocoa powder (optional)

Directions

1

In a medium, heavy bottom pot, bring the cream and Balsamic vinegar to a simmer.

2

Place the chopped couverture in a stainless-steel bowl that can sit atop the pot; carefully stir occasionally until chocolate begins to melt.

3

Allow cream mixture to boil for a full minute, then pour over the melted couverture.

4

Allow the cream to melt the chocolate undisturbed for about 30 seconds, then whisk until all the chocolate has melted.

5

Place the bowl in a cooler, stirring every fifteen minutes until it begins to set.

6

Next, place the bowl in an ice bath to bring the temperature below 41°F for later use. Pipe or scoop the cooled ganache to create small truffle-sized balls.

7

Chill the truffles until firm, at least two hours, or overnight.

8

To finish, dip the chilled truffles in melted dark chocolate or lightly dust with unsweetened cocoa powder as preferred.

9

Makes approximately two dozen truffles.

Dark Chocolate Aged Balsamic Truffles