Chocolate Pralines

Indulge in the luxurious decadence of homemade Chocolate Pralines—perfect for gifting or savoring as a special treat. This gourmet recipe combines rich dark chocolate, silky heavy cream, and nutty praline paste, creating a velvety ganache filling that's encased in crisp chocolate shells. Add a delightful crunch with optional chopped hazelnuts or almonds, and elevate the presentation with a dusting of cocoa powder. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple techniques like tempering chocolate and using silicone molds, these pralines bring professional-quality confections to your kitchen. Ideal for chocolate lovers, this recipe delivers 24 bite-sized delights that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 300 grams Dark chocolate (min 70% cocoa)
• 100 milliliters Heavy cream
• 30 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams Praline paste (hazelnut or almonds)
• 50 grams Chopped hazelnuts or almonds (optional)
• 20 grams Cocoa powder

Directions

Step 1

Start by finely chopping the dark chocolate using a sharp knife. Divide it into two equal portions: 150 grams each.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Do not let it boil.

Step 3

Remove the cream from heat and add the first 150 grams of chopped chocolate into the saucepan. Allow it to sit for a minute to soften.

Step 4

Stir the chocolate cream mixture gently until smooth and fully combined.

Step 5

Add the unsalted butter to the chocolate mixture and stir until it melts completely into the ganache.

Step 6

Stir in the praline paste until well combined and smooth. This will be the filling for your pralines.

Step 7

If desired, mix in the chopped hazelnuts or almonds to add a crunchy texture to your filling.

Step 8

Allow the praline filling to cool slightly, then transfer it into a piping bag. Set aside.

Step 9

Melt the remaining 150 grams of chocolate gently using a double boiler or in a microwave at 30-second intervals, stirring frequently until smooth.

Step 10

Using a small brush or spoon, coat the inside of silicone praline molds with a layer of melted chocolate. Chill for a few minutes until set.

Step 11

Once the chocolate shells are firm, pipe in the praline filling, leaving a small gap at the top for sealing.

Step 12

Cover the filling with a layer of melted chocolate to seal the pralines, using a spatula to level the surface.

Step 13

Chill the molds in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set completely.

Step 14

Carefully un-mold the pralines once set and dust lightly with cocoa powder for a professional finish.

Step 15

Store pralines in an airtight container in a cool place and enjoy within a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(650g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3609.4

Total Fat 279.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 166.4mg	0%
Sodium 116.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.4g	0%
Total Sugars 142.0g
Protein 50.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 458.2mg	0%
Iron 43.8mg	0%
Potassium 3400.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.0%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 25.5%