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A delicious plate of Red Wine Chocolate Truffles

Red Wine Chocolate Truffles

Indulge in these decadent Red Wine Chocolate Truffles, perfect for a special occasion or a luxurious treat.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 132

Ingredients
  

Truffles
  • 120 ml heavy cream or canned coconut cream for vegans
  • 227 g bittersweet chocolate chopped into small pieces
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla
  • 0.5 tsp espresso powder optional
  • 60 ml red wine your favorite
  • 100 g chocolate sprinkles or cocoa powder for rolling

Equipment

  • Small Pan
  • Small Bowl
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

  1. Heat the heavy cream in a small pan on the stove until small bubbles form around the edge of the pan, but do not let it boil. (If you're using canned coconut cream, use the same method).
  2. Place the chopped chocolate into a small bowl. Pour the hot cream over the top and let sit for 3 minutes without disturbing.
  3. Slowly begin to whisk in the vanilla and espresso powder (if using). Finally, whisk in the wine.
  4. Place the bowl in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight. (If the chocolate rests in the fridge for more than 2 hours, it may need to sit on the counter for 30 minutes to soften before rolling).
  5. When ready to roll, have the sprinkles or cocoa powder (or both) in small shallow bowls.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or 1-teaspoon measure, scoop out balls of chocolate. Roll them in your hands into perfect balls--the heat from your hands will help form them into balls.
  7. Roll each ball in the cocoa powder or sprinkles (or both!) and place on a plate to set.

Notes

These truffles make a great gift or party treat. You can experiment with different wines to alter the flavor profile.