Cherry-Chocolate Truffles

Gluten Free
Cherry-Chocolate Truffles
130 min.
48
175kcal

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Indulge your senses with these delightful Cherry-Chocolate Truffles, a perfect treat for any occasion! Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet snack, these gluten-free truffles are sure to impress. With a rich blend of semisweet and bittersweet chocolate, combined with the tartness of dried red cherries and a splash of cherry-flavored brandy, each bite offers a luxurious experience that balances sweetness and depth.

What makes these truffles truly special is their creamy texture, achieved by incorporating softened butter into the melted chocolate. This creates a smooth and velvety filling that melts in your mouth. The addition of white chocolate adds a beautiful contrast, while the option to roll some in cocoa powder provides a delightful twist for chocolate lovers.

Ready in just 130 minutes, these truffles yield 48 servings, making them perfect for sharing with friends and family. They are not only a fantastic appetizer or snack but also a stunning addition to any antipasti platter. With only 175 calories per truffle, you can enjoy these decadent bites without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible Cherry-Chocolate Truffles that will leave everyone asking for more!

Ingredients

  • oz bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • oz bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • cup butter softened
  • cup cherries dried red finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup brandy 
  • 2.5 oz chocolate white finely grated
  • serving cocoa powder 
  • 48 small peanut butter cups (1-inch)
  • 0.3 cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In medium saucepan, combine semisweet chocolate, bittersweet chocolate and half-and-half. Cook over low heat until chocolate is melted, stirring frequently.
  2. Remove from heat. Cool 10 minutes.
  3. With wire whisk, beat butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, into chocolate until smooth and creamy. Beat in cherries and liqueur. Cover; refrigerate 1 1/2 hours, stirring twice, or until mixture is thick and can be molded.
  4. Spread grated baking bar on sheet of waxed paper. Drop teaspoonfuls of chocolate mixture over grated baking bar; roll each to coat and shape into rough ball. For variety, roll some of the chocolate mixture in cocoa.
  5. Place truffles in candy cups. Refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts

Calories175kcal
Protein5.26%
Fat62.05%
Carbs32.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.27
Glycemic Load
0.7
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.6234782597293%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.87mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Peonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:175.2kcal
8.76%
Fat:12.22g
18.8%
Saturated Fat:6.1g
38.13%
Carbohydrates:14.48g
4.83%
Net Carbohydrates:13.23g
4.81%
Sugar:11.87g
13.19%
Cholesterol:11.92mg
3.97%
Sodium:93.15mg
4.05%
Alcohol:0.42g
100%
Alcohol %:1.54%
100%
Caffeine:7.33mg
2.44%
Protein:2.33g
4.66%
Copper:0.13mg
6.65%
Magnesium:23.71mg
5.93%
Phosphorus:50.34mg
5.03%
Fiber:1.25g
5%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.85%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.2%
Iron:0.67mg
3.73%
Potassium:110.58mg
3.16%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.83%
Vitamin A:133.53IU
2.67%
Folate:8.87µg
2.22%
Calcium:22.13mg
2.21%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.1%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.71%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.47%
Selenium:0.95µg
1.36%
Vitamin K:1.38µg
1.31%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.29%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.22%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.09%