Decadent Red Wine Chocolate Truffles
These decadent red wine chocolate truffles combine rich dark chocolate with fruity red wine to create a smooth, indulgent treat perfect for elegant occasions or a sophisticated homemade dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) dark chocolate, finely chopped (preferably 70% cacao)
- ½ cup (120 ml) dry red wine (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Pinot Noir recommended)
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream (can substitute full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar or cocoa powder for dusting
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Finely chop 8 oz (225 g) of dark chocolate and place it in a heatproof bowl.
- In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup (120 ml) red wine and ⅓ cup (80 ml) heavy cream. Warm over medium heat until the mixture just starts to simmer, then remove from heat immediately.
- Pour the hot wine-cream mixture over the chopped chocolate. Let sit undisturbed for 2 minutes, then gently whisk until smooth and glossy. If needed, place the bowl over warm water briefly while stirring.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons (28 g) softened unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
- Using a small scoop or spoon, portion out the chilled ganache and quickly roll into balls between your palms.
- Roll each ball in cocoa powder or powdered sugar to coat. For an even coating, sift the coating with a fine mesh sieve.
- Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined tray and chill for another 30 minutes to set fully.
Notes
[‘Use quality dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher) for best flavor.’, “Simmer the cream and wine gently; avoid boiling to preserve wine’s fruity notes.”, ‘Chill ganache properly for easier rolling and better texture.’, ‘Keep hands cool while rolling to prevent melting.’, ‘Try coating variations like chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or spices for unique flavors.’, ‘For dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use dairy-free chocolate.’, ‘Avoid sweet or overly tannic wines for balanced flavor.’, ‘If ganache softens while shaping, refrigerate briefly to firm up.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4.5
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 1.5
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