Delicious Valentine’s Day Desserts : Chocolate Truffles
Simple Summary About Valentine Desserts:
Pick this simple but delectable Valentine Day Truffles dessert recipe to add the finishing touch to your Valentine dinner. Any pink or red fruit is ideal, such as strawberries, raspberries or rhubarb.
Tropical fruits are also an excellent choice, and for the simplest dessert of all, you could simply serve a platter of strawberries and sliced fruits such as juicy mango, halved passion fruits , fresh pineapple chunks and papaya wedges, dipped in warm melted chocolate…
Truffles are easy to make, and are a wonderful romantic gesture when given to someone you care about. Whether you wrap them in a pretty tin, or serve them after a light dinner, they add to the atmosphere. For the chocolate lover they are the perfect gift! We have several recipes for you to choose from that will bring smiles and hugs. See the related recipes section below for truffle recipe links.
Gift Giving Notes:
Small foil cups can be bought at stores where they carry candy making supplies. You can also buy romantic themed tins and place the truffles in one layer. Place cellophane wrap in the bottom of the tin first, and leave enough to bring it up and over the top of the truffles before closing the tin. Wrap with a gold ribbon and a matching gift tag for giving. If serving the truffles after dinner, place the small foil cups on a doily lined plate.
Chocolate Truffles Recipe :
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Ingredients: |
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Centers: |
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Instructions: |
Makes about 3 dozen truffles Cream butter in large mixer bowl. Combine 2 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar and the cocoa; add alternately with Cream and vanilla to butter. Blend well. Chill until firm. Shape small amount of mixture around desired center; roll into 1 inch balls. Drop into desired coating and turn until well covered. Chill until firm.
Enjoy, and please do tell me how you went or ask any questions you may have! |
