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A delicious plate of Red Wine Chocolate Truffles

Red Wine Chocolate Truffles

These indulgent truffles combine the richness of chocolate with the bold flavor of red wine, creating a perfect treat for special occasions.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 24 truffles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International
Calories: 132
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Truffles
  • 120 ml heavy cream or canned coconut cream for vegans
  • 227 g bittersweet chocolate chopped into small pieces
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla
  • 0.5 tsp espresso powder optional
  • 60 ml red wine your favorite
  • 100 g chocolate sprinkles or cocoa powder for rolling

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

  1. Heat the heavy cream in a small pan on the stove until small bubbles form around the edge of the pan, but do not let it boil.
  2. Place the chopped chocolate into a small bowl. Pour the hot cream over the top and let sit for 3 minutes without disturbing.
  3. Slowly begin to whisk in the vanilla and espresso powder (if using). Finally, whisk in the wine.
  4. Place the bowl in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
  5. When ready to roll, have the sprinkles or cocoa powder (or both) in small shallow bowls.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or 1-teaspoon measure, scoop out balls of chocolate. Roll them in your hands into perfect balls.
  7. Roll each ball in the cocoa powder or sprinkles (or both!) and place on a plate to set.

Notes

For a vegan option, use canned coconut cream instead of heavy cream. These truffles make a delightful homemade gift!