Rum Walnut Truffles
Indulge in the decadent allure of Rum Walnut Truffles—an irresistibly rich dessert perfect for any special occasion or as a luxurious homemade treat. This recipe combines velvety 70% dark chocolate with the smooth warmth of dark rum, creating a captivating balance of deep, bittersweet flavors. Chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch to every bite, while a dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder blended with powdered sugar provides the perfect finishing touch. With only 30 minutes of hands-on preparation, these gourmet-style truffles are surprisingly simple to make and are ideal for entertaining or gifting. Serve them chilled or at room temperature, and watch these indulgent confections disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dark chocolate (70% cacao)
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 80 grams walnuts
- 50 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it into a heatproof bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to gently simmer. Do not let it boil.
Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 1-2 minutes to allow the chocolate to melt.
Using a spatula or whisk, gently stir the mixture in small circles until smooth and fully combined.
Add the unsalted butter and stir until incorporated. Then, mix in the dark rum.
Roughly chop the walnuts into small pieces and fold them into the chocolate mixture.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or until firm enough to shape.
In a shallow dish, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder and powdered sugar. Mix well.
Once the chocolate mixture is chilled, use a teaspoon or small cookie scoop to portion out small amounts. Roll them into smooth balls with your hands.
Roll each truffle in the cocoa powder and powdered sugar mixture to coat evenly.
Place the coated truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Refrigerate the truffles for an additional 30 minutes to set. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.1 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.9 g | 485% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 37.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 86 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.4 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.0 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 34.1 mg | 189% | |
| Potassium | 2550 mg | 54% | |
*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.
