Creme De Menthe Truffles

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of Crème de Menthe Truffles, an irresistible treat that's perfect for chocolate lovers. Made with luscious semisweet chocolate, heavy cream, and a splash of crème de menthe liqueur, these bite-sized confections boast a luxurious melt-in-your-mouth texture with a refreshing hint of mint. Each truffle is rolled in cocoa powder or finely crushed peppermint candies, adding a festive flair and a delightful contrast of flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, these elegant homemade truffles are ideal for holiday gifting, party platters, or simply treating yourself to a gourmet dessert experience. Serve them chilled or at room temperature for the ultimate indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons crème de menthe liqueur
• 0.125 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups cocoa powder
• 0.25 cups finely crushed peppermint candies (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium heatproof bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and salt.

Step 2

Set the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and gently melt the ingredients. Stir occasionally with a spatula until smooth and fully combined.

Step 3

Remove the bowl from the heat and stir in the crème de menthe liqueur until evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.

Step 5

Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, portion out the chocolate mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls between your palms.

Step 6

Set each rolled truffle onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 7

Place the cocoa powder and, if desired, crushed peppermint candies into separate small bowls.

Step 8

Roll each truffle in the cocoa powder or the crushed peppermint candies to coat evenly.

Step 9

Return the coated truffles to the baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(520.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2142.6

Total Fat 130.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 182mg	0%
Sodium 353.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 192.3g
Protein 23.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.0mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 1371.8mg	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: 53.2%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 42.6%