Description
Delight in these luscious Strawberry Truffles combining rich dark chocolate with fresh strawberries for a decadent, bite-sized treat. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these truffles feature a smooth strawberry-infused center coated in dark chocolate and optionally dusted with freeze-dried strawberry powder for an extra burst of fruity flavor.
Ingredients
Truffle Mixture
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips, divided
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh strawberries
Optional Topping
- Freeze-dried strawberry powder
Instructions
- Cook Strawberries: Add the chopped strawberries to a pot on the stove over low-medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes while mashing constantly with a metal potato masher to break down the fruit and release juices.
- Melt Chocolate with Strawberries: Turn off the heat and immediately add 3/4 cup of dark chocolate chips to the mashed strawberries. Stir thoroughly until the residual heat melts the chocolate and the mixture becomes smooth and well combined.
- Chill Mixture: Transfer the chocolate-strawberry mixture to a bowl and place it in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Prepare for Rolling: Once chilled, stir the mixture well and let it sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to soften slightly for easier handling.
- Form Truffle Balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of the mixture and roll them into balls using your hands (gloves optional). Place each ball on a parchment-lined plate. Repeat until all mixture forms about 12 balls.
- Melt Remaining Chocolate: Melt the remaining 3/4 cup of dark chocolate chips either in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second high-power intervals, stirring between each, or in a clean pot on the stove over low heat, stirring constantly without using the previous pot.
- Coat Truffles: Drop each strawberry ball into the melted chocolate. Use two forks to fully coat and lift the ball out, then place on a parchment-lined plate.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle each coated truffle with freeze-dried strawberry powder if desired for a decorative, flavorful touch.
- Harden Truffles: Refrigerate the coated truffles for at least 45 minutes until the chocolate coating sets firm. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Keep the strawberry and chocolate mixture chilled before rolling to ensure easier handling.
- Wear disposable gloves if desired to prevent melting chocolate on your hands.
- Do not overheat the chocolate when melting as it can seize or burn.
- Freeze-dried strawberry powder is optional but adds a vibrant flavor and color contrast.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
