Ingredients
Scale
- 200g high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 100ml heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Edible gold leaf or gold dust (look for edible certified gold products)
- Optional: cocoa powder or finely chopped nuts for rolling
Instructions
- Finely chop the dark chocolate into uniform pieces and place in a heatproof bowl.
- Warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not boil.
- Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate, let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and unsalted butter until fully incorporated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to roll.
- Use a teaspoon or melon baller to scoop out small portions, then roll between your palms to shape into balls.
- Carefully apply edible gold leaf using tweezers or dust the truffles with shimmering gold dust for a stunning finish.
- Optional: Roll the finished truffles in cocoa powder or chopped nuts for additional texture and flavor.
Notes
- Handle the gold leaf carefully to avoid tearing and preserve its shine.
- For a more intense flavor, consider adding a splash of liqueur like Grand Marnier or Chambord before chilling.
- To ensure smooth coating, keep the truffles refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake/Chill
- Cuisine: Gourmet / French-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20g
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg