Orange Chocolate Truffles (Print Format)
Smooth white chocolate bites highlighted by a bright orange punch. Think creamsicle vibes, but all dressed up!
# Ingredients:
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5 tablespoons unsalted butter
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8 oz. white chocolate, broken into smaller bits
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3 tablespoons heavy cream
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1 teaspoon orange extract
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1/3 cup powdered sugar
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Pinch of salt
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A few drops of orange or red + yellow food coloring (optional)
# Steps:
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Carefully heat the chopped white chocolate in a double boiler. Stir now and then until it's fully melted and silky smooth. Don’t let the chocolate get above 105°F (around body temp to touch). If it overheats, it’ll break apart and won’t work.
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Warm the butter over low heat in a small saucepan. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, orange extract, and, if you'd like a touch of color, some food coloring. Make sure everything mixes smoothly. Let this cool down to roughly the same warmth as the melted chocolate.
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Once the butter mixture is lukewarm, pour it gently into the melted chocolate. Stir slowly until it all comes together into a smooth mixture.
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Let the mixture sit and cool a bit, cover it with plastic wrap, and put it in your fridge for a few hours until it’s firm enough to scoop. If you want, take it out every so often to give it a quick stir, then cover it again and pop it back in.
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Grab a melon baller or a small spoon. Scoop out enough mixture to roll into 1-inch balls. It helps to coat your hands with powdered sugar. If it’s too sticky, you can roll a spoon of the mix in some powdered sugar before shaping it into a ball.
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Take each truffle and roll it thoroughly in powdered sugar so it’s coated all around.
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Place the truffles into an airtight container and keep them in your fridge. They’ll stay good for up to 7 days, or pop them in the freezer for later.
# Tips:
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White chocolate is super picky about temperature, so don’t let it get too hot!
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For the smoothest result, make sure both the butter mixture and the chocolate are the same warmth before combining.
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If the mixture feels too stiff after chilling, leave it out for a few minutes at room temp to loosen it up.
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Want an extra citrusy kick? Toss in some orange zest along with the extract.