Description
These Cherry Mash Truffles are rich, fruity, and chocolatey treats with a creamy texture and a bright cherry flavor. Easy to make and perfect for gifting or indulging.
Ingredients
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cherry puree
Instructions
- Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until hot but not boiling.
- Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 1 minute.
- Stir the mixture until smooth and glossy.
- Add the cherry puree and stir until fully combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 2–3 hours until firm.
- Scoop out portions and roll into balls with your hands.
- Place truffles on a lined tray and chill again until firm.
- Serve chilled or slightly softened at room temperature.
Notes
- For a different finish, roll truffles in cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or chopped nuts.
- Add a splash of cherry extract for a stronger cherry flavor.
- Use extra-dark chocolate for a more intense taste.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Frozen cherries can be used for puree if thawed and blended.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
