Valentines Day Strawberry Truffles (Print View)

Luscious strawberry and white chocolate truffles, rich and creamy, ideal for gifting or romantic occasions.

# Components:

→ Strawberry Truffle Filling

01 - 4.2 oz freeze-dried strawberries
02 - 7 oz white chocolate, chopped
03 - 2 fl oz heavy cream
04 - 1 oz unsalted butter, softened
05 - 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Coating & Decoration

07 - 10.6 oz white chocolate, chopped for coating
08 - 2 tbsp freeze-dried strawberries, crushed for garnish
09 - Red or pink sprinkles, optional

# Directions:

01 - Place freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor and blend into a fine powder. Reserve 2 tablespoons for garnishing later.
02 - In a heatproof bowl, combine 7 oz white chocolate and heavy cream. Melt gently over a pot of simmering water using a double boiler method, stirring constantly until smooth.
03 - Remove from heat and stir in powdered strawberries, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt until fully incorporated and uniform.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour or until the mixture reaches a consistency firm enough to scoop.
05 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop heaping teaspoons of truffle mixture and roll between your palms into uniform balls. Place on the prepared sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
06 - Melt 10.6 oz white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until completely smooth.
07 - Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted chocolate to coat completely. Tap off excess chocolate and return to the baking sheet.
08 - Immediately sprinkle each truffle with reserved strawberry powder and sprinkles if desired, before the chocolate coating sets.
09 - Allow truffles to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich and velvety white chocolate ganache infused with real strawberry powder.
  • Naturally colorful and bursting with intense fruit flavor.
  • Simple to prepare with no baking required.
  • Elegant and festive presentation perfect for Valentine's Day gifting.
02 -
  • Always use a double boiler to melt white chocolate gently, as it is prone to seizing if exposed to high heat.
  • Tapping the fork against the edge of the bowl after dipping helps remove excess chocolate for a thin, professional shell.
  • Ensure the truffle balls are properly chilled before dipping to prevent the ganache from melting into the coating.
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