Description
Indulgent white chocolate orange creamsicle truffles bring nostalgic summer memories to life with their creamy, zesty essence. Sweet citrus and smooth chocolate dance together, creating a delightful treat you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) white chocolate, chopped into small pieces
- 5 tablespoons (71 grams) unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) heavy cream
Flavor and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup (40 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 pinch of salt
- Orange (or red and yellow) food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a saucepan and melt butter over low heat. Incorporate heavy cream, stirring until smooth. Add salt, orange extract, and optional food coloring, mixing thoroughly. Allow mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Create a double boiler and gently melt white chocolate, stirring consistently. Maintain temperature below 105F to prevent separation. Chocolate should feel warm but not hot when touched.
- Gradually fold the lukewarm cream mixture into melted chocolate, ensuring complete and smooth integration. Use gentle circular motions to blend ingredients evenly.
- Transfer mixture to a container, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Periodically remove and stir with a fork to maintain consistent texture. Mixture should become firm enough to shape.
- Using a small spoon or melon baller, portion out mixture. Roll into uniform 1-inch spheres. Dust hands with powdered sugar to prevent sticking or roll directly in powdered sugar for easier handling.
- Completely coat each truffle in powdered sugar, ensuring full coverage for a smooth, elegant finish.
- Transfer truffles to an airtight container. Refrigerate up to one week or freeze for extended preservation. Allow to soften slightly before serving for optimal texture.
Notes
- White chocolate burns easily, so use a gentle double boiler method and keep temperature below 105°F to maintain smooth, silky texture.
- Test chocolate’s readiness by touching it – it should feel similar to body temperature, preventing potential separation or graininess.
- Use powdered sugar on hands or directly coat mixture to prevent sticking and create a smooth, professional-looking truffle finish.
- Refrigerate truffles in airtight container for optimal freshness, keeping them up to one week or freeze for extended enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 147
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 33 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg