Description
Indulge in these decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberry Truffles, combining rich dark chocolate ganache infused with vibrant freeze-dried strawberry powder. These elegant treats are coated in smooth melted chocolate and adorned with a sprinkle of crushed strawberries, perfect for special occasions or a luxurious dessert.
Ingredients
Ganache
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 10 ounces dark chocolate chips (first package)
- ¾ ounce freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into a fine powder
Coating
- 10 ounces dark chocolate chips (second package)
- ¼ ounce crushed freeze-dried strawberries (reserved for topping)
Instructions
- Heat Cream: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer, then promptly remove it from the heat to prevent boiling.
- Make Ganache Base: Place one package (10 ounces) of dark chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and allow it to sit undisturbed for five minutes to melt the chocolate thoroughly.
- Mix Strawberries into Ganache: Stir the chocolate and cream mixture gently until smooth and well combined. Fold in all but one tablespoon of the crushed freeze-dried strawberries to infuse the ganache with strawberry flavor.
- Chill Ganache: Transfer the ganache to the refrigerator and chill for at least one hour until firm enough to scoop.
- Melt Coating Chocolate: Heat the remaining chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.
- Form Truffles: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion the chilled ganache into balls. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate coating, ensuring full coverage, then place on parchment paper.
- Garnish and Set: While the coating is still wet, sprinkle the reserved crushed strawberries on top of each truffle. Allow the chocolate to cool and harden at room temperature before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For easier shaping, keep your hands cool or lightly dusted with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for best flavor and texture.
- If freeze-dried strawberries aren’t available, finely chopped dried strawberries can be used, though texture and color may vary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
