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Chocolate Orange Truffles

Rich, creamy chocolate ganache infused with orange zest or extract, rolled into bite-sized truffles and coated in cocoa powder or nuts.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 20 truffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ganache
  • 8 oz chocolate finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp orange zest or extract
  • 1 tbsp orange liqueur optional
Coating Options
  • cocoa powder for rolling
  • powdered sugar for rolling
  • chopped nuts optional

Equipment

  • Heatproof bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk or spatula
  • Teaspoon or melon baller
  • Plate

Method
 

  1. Chop chocolate finely and place in a heatproof bowl.
  2. Heat cream until just simmering, then pour over chocolate.
  3. Let sit 2 minutes, then stir gently until smooth.
  4. Add butter, orange zest, and optional liqueur; stir until fully incorporated.
  5. Chill ganache for 1–2 hours until firm.
  6. Scoop chilled ganache and roll into balls.
  7. Roll truffles in cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or nuts.
  8. Garnish with additional orange zest if desired.
  9. Store in airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate.

Notes

Serve at room temperature. Truffles can be made 2–3 days in advance.