Description
Luxurious cranberry pistachio white chocolate truffles blend festive flavors into irresistible bite-sized delights. Sweet, tangy, and creamy notes dance together, promising a gourmet experience that will enchant dessert enthusiasts with rich, elegant complexity.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 11 ounces (312 grams) white chocolate (chopped)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries (finely chopped)
- 1/3 cup toasted pistachios (finely chopped)
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 5 tablespoons (75 milliliters) unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) heavy cream
Finishing and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange or vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, gently melt butter until completely liquefied. Incorporate heavy cream and a subtle salt pinch, adding orange or vanilla extract for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Utilize a double boiler technique to carefully melt white chocolate, maintaining a precise temperature around 105°F. Ensure smooth consistency without overheating.
- Gradually integrate the lukewarm butter mixture into melted chocolate, creating a homogeneous blend. Delicately fold in finely chopped cranberries and pistachios, distributing ingredients evenly.
- Shield the mixture with plastic wrap, pressing directly onto the surface to prevent moisture formation. Allow the mixture to rest at room temperature for 60 minutes, then transfer to refrigerator for 2-3 hours until achieving a firm consistency.
- Employ a spoon or melon baller to portion the chilled mixture. Roll into uniform 1-inch spheres, periodically cleaning hands to maintain a pristine, smooth exterior.
- Elegantly coat each truffle in powdered sugar, creating a delicate, frost-like finish that enhances visual appeal and adds a subtle sweetness.
- Preserve truffles in an airtight container within the refrigerator for optimal freshness, maintaining quality for up to one week. For extended preservation, consider freezing.
Notes
- Use a double boiler or a heat-safe bowl over simmering water to melt chocolate gently, avoiding direct heat that can cause scorching.
- Toast pistachios lightly before chopping to release their natural oils and intensify their nutty, rich taste.
- Keep hands cold and clean while rolling to prevent the mixture from melting and ensure perfectly shaped, uniform truffles.
- Swap white chocolate for dairy-free alternatives like coconut-based white chocolate for vegan or lactose-intolerant guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 19 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg