Decadent chocolate and strawberry confections adorned with shimmering gold flakes, offering rich, fruity flavors.
# What You Need:
→ Truffle Center
01 - 7 oz high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
02 - 3.4 fl oz heavy cream
03 - 1 oz unsalted butter
04 - 1/3 cup freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed
05 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Coating & Decoration
07 - 7 oz dark chocolate, melted for coating
08 - 2 tbsp freeze-dried strawberries, finely crushed
09 - Edible gold flakes for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Place 7 oz chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
02 - In a small saucepan, heat 3.4 fl oz heavy cream and 1 oz butter over medium heat until just simmering, without boiling.
03 - Pour hot cream mixture over chocolate and let sit for 2 minutes, then stir gently until smooth and fully melted.
04 - Stir in crushed freeze-dried strawberries, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until fully combined.
05 - Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1 to 2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
06 - Using a melon baller or small spoon, scoop portions and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
07 - Freeze the truffles for 15 minutes to firm up before coating.
08 - Melt 7 oz dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water using a double boiler method, or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
09 - Dip each truffle in melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before placing back on the tray.
10 - Roll some truffles in the extra crushed freeze-dried strawberries for a fruity finish.
11 - Place truffles back on the tray and immediately garnish each with a touch of edible gold flakes.
12 - Let the truffles set at room temperature or refrigerate for 15 minutes to harden the chocolate coating.