Trio of Chocolate Truffles

Gluten Free
Trio of Chocolate Truffles
45 min.
30
109kcal

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Indulge yourself with a delightful treat that tantalizes your taste buds with a blend of rich flavors and textures – our Trio of Chocolate Truffles! Perfectly gluten-free and extraordinarily delicious, these truffles are a fabulous addition to any gathering, be it a festive celebration, an elegant dinner party, or a simple evening snack with friends and family.

Each truffle is a heavenly bite of creamy semisweet chocolate, masterfully paired with your choice of sweetened shredded coconut, finely chopped pistachios, or a dusting of rich cocoa powder. Not only are they a feast for the eyes with their beautiful contrasting coatings, but they also deliver an incredible combination of flavors that will keep your guests coming back for more. With only 109 calories per truffle, you can indulge guilt-free!

Prepare these scrumptious morsels in just 45 minutes, although some chilling time is required to reach their perfect texture. They can even be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy your event without the fuss of last-minute dessert preparations. Whether served as an enticing appetizer or a luxurious snack, our Trio of Chocolate Truffles is sure to impress and leave everyone craving another bite. Get ready to elevate your dessert game with this exquisite chocolate creation!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce semi chocolate chips ( 2 cups)
  • 2.5 ounces coconut shredded sweetened toasted
  • ounces pistachios unsalted finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • 0.7 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Bring cream to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Add chocolate; whisk until melted and smooth.
  4. Whisk in vanilla.
  5. Pour into medium bowl. Cover; chill until firm, about 3 hours.
  6. Line baking sheet with waxed paper. Drop mixture by rounded teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet. Freeze until firm, about 45 minutes.
  7. Place cocoa, coconut and nuts in separate bowls.
  8. Roll truffles between hands into rounds.
  9. Roll 1/3 of truffles in cocoa, 1/3 in coconut and 1/3 in nuts. Cover with plastic; chill until ready to serve. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories109kcal
Protein5.22%
Fat65.25%
Carbs29.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.9317391514778%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin
1.41mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:108.69kcal
5.43%
Fat:8.06g
12.39%
Saturated Fat:4.62g
28.89%
Carbohydrates:8.2g
2.73%
Net Carbohydrates:6.73g
2.45%
Sugar:5.53g
6.14%
Cholesterol:6.66mg
2.22%
Sodium:9.04mg
0.39%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.53%
100%
Caffeine:11.4mg
3.8%
Protein:1.45g
2.9%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.02%
Copper:0.2mg
10.06%
Magnesium:27.18mg
6.79%
Fiber:1.47g
5.89%
Iron:0.94mg
5.24%
Phosphorus:49.22mg
4.92%
Potassium:107.66mg
3.08%
Zinc:0.45mg
3%
Selenium:1.8µg
2.57%
Vitamin A:88.31IU
1.77%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.71%
Calcium:13.84mg
1.38%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.32%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.28%
Vitamin K:1.26µg
1.2%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious