Cardamom Cacao Truffles
Indulge in the luxurious decadence of homemade Cardamom Cacao Truffles—silky, melt-in-your-mouth bites of dark chocolate infused with the warm, fragrant spice of cardamom. Perfectly blended with rich heavy cream, a touch of vanilla, and finished with a dusting of unsweetened cacao powder, these handcrafted confections boast an irresistible balance of bitter and sweet with a hint of exotic flair. Easily customizable with an optional sprinkle of sea salt for a delightful contrast, this no-bake recipe is as simple as it is elegant, requiring minimal effort yet delivering gourmet results. Ideal for gifting, entertaining, or treating yourself, these truffles are your ticket to chocolate indulgence at its finest!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cacao)
- 120 milliliters Heavy cream
- 20 grams Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 30 grams Unsweetened cacao powder
- 1 pinch Optional: sea salt flakes for garnish
Directions
Step 1
1. Finely chop the dark chocolate and place it in a medium-sized heatproof bowl.
Step 2
2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil.
Step 3
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the ground cardamom. Let the cream steep for 1-2 minutes to infuse the flavor.
Step 4
4. Pour the warm cream mixture over the chopped chocolate. Allow it to sit undisturbed for 2 minutes to melt the chocolate.
Step 5
5. Using a silicone spatula, gently stir the chocolate and cream until smooth and fully combined.
Step 6
6. Stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is glossy and homogeneous.
Step 7
7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
Step 8
8. Once chilled, use a melon baller or small spoon to scoop out portions of the truffle mixture. Roll the portions into smooth balls between your palms.
Step 9
9. Place the cacao powder in a shallow dish. Roll each truffle in the cacao powder until evenly coated.
Step 10
10. Optional: Top each truffle with a small pinch of sea salt flakes for added flavor contrast.
Step 11
11. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Bring them to room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to enjoy their full flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (373.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1822.7 |
| Total Fat 146.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 164.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 205.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 48.3g | |
| Protein 22.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 196.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 28.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1941.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories