Description
This recipe for lavender truffles highlights their ease of preparation and versatility. With just a handful of ingredients, including fresh or dried culinary lavender, premium chocolate, and cream, you can create a dessert that rivals any high-end confectioner. The truffles can be coated in a variety of toppings, such as cocoa powder, crushed nuts, or edible glitter, to suit your personal taste or the theme of an event. Their unique floral flavor makes them a standout choice for weddings, tea parties, or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream (for creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender (for floral essence)
- 12 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped (richness and depth)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (enhances flavor)
- Pinch of salt (balances sweetness)
- Optional coatings: cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or crushed nuts
Instructions
- Infuse the Cream: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat. Add the lavender and let it steep for 10 minutes. Strain to remove lavender buds.
- Melt the Chocolate: Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Form Truffles: Use a small scoop or spoon to portion the mixture into balls. Roll them between your palms to shape.
- Coat the Truffles: Roll the truffles in your chosen coating. Place on a tray and refrigerate until set.
Notes
Details:
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Chill Time: 2 hrs
- Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
- Yield: 24 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
- Keywords: lavender truffles, floral chocolate, homemade truffles
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Equipment:
- Saucepan
- Strainer
- Heatproof bowl
- Spoon or scoop
- Tray
Nutrition (per serving):
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hrs
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: lavender truffles, floral chocolate, homemade truffles