Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Strawberry Truffles, where creamy white chocolate meets the fresh, sweet essence of strawberries. These truffles are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them the perfect treat for any celebration—from birthdays to casual gatherings or even a sweet reward for yourself. Their elegant appearance and rich flavors make them an ideal gift for loved ones. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create these mouthwatering desserts that are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- ½ teaspoon strawberry extract
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 drop pink food coloring (optional)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, place the white chocolate chips.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter completely, then stir in the heavy cream until it simmers gently.
- Pour the melted mixture over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 1-2 minutes. Add strawberry extract, vanilla extract, and food coloring (if using). Whisk until smooth; microwave in short intervals if needed.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour until firm enough to scoop.
- Scoop out about 1 to 1½ tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls. Coat each ball generously in powdered sugar.
- Refrigerate again for another 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For an extra touch, drizzle melted chocolate on top before serving. Experiment with different extracts like almond or coconut for unique flavor variations.