Valentines Day Strawberry Truffles (View Print Version)

Strawberry-infused truffles enveloped in smooth white chocolate, perfect for special gifting or treats.

# What You'll Need:

→ Strawberry Truffle Filling

01 - 4.2 oz freeze-dried strawberries
02 - 7 oz white chocolate, chopped
03 - 2 fl oz heavy cream
04 - 1 oz unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Coating & Decoration

07 - 10.6 oz white chocolate, chopped
08 - 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries, crushed
09 - Red or pink sprinkles, optional

# Method:

01 - Place freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor and blend into a fine powder. Reserve 2 tablespoons for garnishing.
02 - In a heatproof bowl, combine 7 oz white chocolate and heavy cream. Melt gently over a pot of simmering water using a double boiler method, stirring until smooth.
03 - Remove from heat. Stir in powdered strawberries, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
05 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out heaping teaspoons of truffle mixture and roll into balls. Place on the prepared sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
06 - Melt 10.6 oz white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
07 - Using a fork, dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted chocolate to coat. Tap off excess chocolate and return to the baking sheet.
08 - Immediately sprinkle each truffle with reserved strawberry powder and sprinkles if using, before the coating sets.
09 - Allow truffles to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker setting.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They look like something from a boutique chocolate shop but taste even better because you made them with your own hands.
  • The freeze-dried strawberries give you that bright, concentrated flavor without any watery mess that fresh berries would bring.
  • These keep for a week in the fridge, so you can make them ahead and feel prepared for once in your life.
02 -
  • The freeze-dried strawberries will absorb moisture from the air if left uncovered, so keep them in an airtight container or they'll become clumpy and less vibrant.
  • White chocolate seizes when it meets even a single drop of water, so make absolutely sure your bowl and utensils are completely dry before melting.
03 -
  • Keep your fork wet by dipping it in warm water between each truffle—it prevents chocolate from sticking and makes the dipping process smoother and less frustrating.
  • If you mess up a dip, don't panic; you can scrape off the chocolate while it's still warm and try again, and nobody needs to know about the imperfect ones you eat in private.
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