Chocolate Wine Truffles
Indulge in the decadent sophistication of Chocolate Wine Truffles, a luxurious treat that blends the richness of dark chocolate with the bold fruitiness of red wine. Perfectly smooth and creamy, these handmade truffles are infused with Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon for a touch of elegance and are finished with a dusting of cocoa powder for that classic truffle look. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a meltingly soft texture, these chocolate confections make an ideal choice for dinner parties, holiday gifting, or a night of indulgent self-care. Serve them chilled or at room temperature and let these irresistible bites be the highlight of any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (finely chopped)
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 60 milliliters red wine (such as Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 20 grams unsalted butter (room temperature, cubed)
- 30 grams cocoa powder (for rolling)
Instructions
1. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat. Stir occasionally until it just begins to simmer (do not let it boil).
3. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to melt the chocolate.
4. Gently stir the mixture with a spatula or whisk until smooth and glossy.
5. Add the red wine and cubed butter to the chocolate mixture. Stir until fully incorporated and the ganache is smooth.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ganache for 2-3 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.
7. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the ganache and roll it into small balls with your hands.
8. Place the cocoa powder in a shallow dish, and roll each truffle in the cocoa powder until evenly coated.
9. Arrange the truffles on the prepared baking sheet, and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to set.
10. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.4 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.2 g | 371% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 92 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.6 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 1497 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
