Chocolate-Covered Raspberry Truffles

Gluten Free
Chocolate-Covered Raspberry Truffles
120 min.
50
31kcal

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Indulge your senses with these decadent Chocolate-Covered Raspberry Truffles that are not only a treat for your palate but also a feast for your eyes. Perfectly gluten-free, these truffles are an elegant addition to any gathering, whether you're hosting an antipasti spread, a delightful appetizer lineup, or simply looking for a luxurious snack. Each bite offers a rich, bittersweet chocolate coating that envelops fresh raspberries, delivering a burst of fruity freshness that beautifully balances the deep flavors of the chocolate.

The preparation takes just 120 minutes, making it an achievable yet impressive delight for both novice and experienced cooks alike. With approximately 31 calories per truffle, you can indulge guilt-free, enjoying the harmonious combination of flavors and textures that will leave your guests craving more. From the moment you melt the bittersweet chocolate and fold in the ripe, succulent raspberries, you’ll be captivated by the enchanting aroma that fills your kitchen.

These truffles, rolled in exquisite cocoa powder, are not just stunning in appearance but also a delight in texture, providing a satisfying contrast to the luscious ganache. Perfect for any occasion, they can be made in advance and stored, allowing you to focus on entertaining. Whether for a special celebration or simply to satisfy a sweet tooth, there's nothing quite like homemade Chocolate-Covered Raspberry Truffles to elevate your dessert experience.

Ingredients

  • oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate unsweetened finely chopped (not extra-bitter or )
  • 1.5 tablespoons framboise (raspberry eau-de-vie)
  • 0.3 cup heavy cream 
  • cup raspberries fresh
  • 0.8 cup cocoa powder unsweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • wax paper
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Line a tray with wax paper.
  2. Bring cream just to a simmer in a 1- to 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat.
  3. Remove from heat, then add chocolate and stir gently with a heatproof rubber spatula until ganache is smooth. Stir in framboise.
  4. Pat raspberries dry if necessary.
  5. Add 6 to 8 raspberries to ganache and gently fold in to coat using rubber spatula.
  6. Remove each chocolate-covered raspberry with 2 forks, shifting it from one fork to the other to let excess ganache drip off, then transfer to tray. Coat remaining raspberries in same manner, working in batches of 6 to
  7. Chill truffles on tray until firm, at least 1 hour, then loosen from wax paper.
  8. Put cocoa in a sealable bag and add all of truffles. Seal bag, leaving some air in, and shake to coat. Empty bag into a shallow bowl.
  9. Transfer coated truffles to a platter with your fingers, shaking off excess cocoa. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
  10. Truffles can be chilled, covered after 1 hour, up to 2 days. Coat with cocoa powder up to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories31kcal
Protein6.56%
Fat56.19%
Carbs37.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.04
Glycemic Load
0.04
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3813043521798%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.3mg
Petunidin
0.01mg
Delphinidin
0.04mg
Pelargonidin
0.03mg
Catechin
0.87mg
Epigallocatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
2.63mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:31.45kcal
1.57%
Fat:2.15g
3.3%
Saturated Fat:1.25g
7.83%
Carbohydrates:3.2g
1.07%
Net Carbohydrates:2.22g
0.81%
Sugar:1.64g
1.82%
Cholesterol:1.58mg
0.53%
Sodium:1.02mg
0.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:6.38mg
2.13%
Protein:0.56g
1.13%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.06%
Copper:0.1mg
5.06%
Fiber:0.98g
3.92%
Magnesium:14.13mg
3.53%
Iron:0.45mg
2.51%
Phosphorus:21.3mg
2.13%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.39%
Potassium:47.54mg
1.36%
Source:Epicurious