Truffettes Du Dauphine
Indulge in the decadent charm of Truffettes du Dauphine, a unique French-inspired chocolate truffle recipe that surprises with its ingenious use of creamy, mashed starch potatoes. Blending silky dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa) with buttery, smooth potatoes creates an unparalleled melt-in-your-mouth texture, elevated by a hint of vanilla and rich heavy cream. These bite-sized delights are rolled in cocoa powder for a rustic finish and optional powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Perfect for entertaining or as edible gifts, these truffles are surprisingly simple to make, with just 20 minutes of prep time and a hint of refrigeration magic. Whether you're looking for an innovative dessert or a conversation starter, Truffettes du Dauphine bring gourmet sophistication to your table with accessible ingredients and bold flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Starch potatoes (e.g., Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa)
- 30 grams Unsalted butter
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 50 grams Cocoa powder (for coating)
- 10 grams Optional: powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and chop them into equal-sized chunks for even cooking.
Place the potatoes in a pot of cold, salted water, and bring it to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and mash them thoroughly until smooth. To ensure there are no lumps, press them through a fine mesh sieve or use a potato ricer.
In a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler), melt the dark chocolate and unsalted butter together. Stir occasionally until smooth and glossy, then remove from heat.
In a separate bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with granulated sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is cohesive.
Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the potato mixture, stirring thoroughly to create a uniform and glossy truffle dough.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to shape.
Using a small spoon or melon baller, scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls between your palms.
Place the cocoa powder in a shallow dish and roll each truffle in it until evenly coated.
Optional: For a decorative touch, dust some powdered sugar over the truffles before serving.
Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Bring them to room temperature before serving to enhance their flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.2 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 69 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.7 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.0 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 28.0 mg | 156% | |
| Potassium | 2841 mg | 60% | |
*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.
