Blue Christmas Truffles
These delightful truffles combine creamy white chocolate with a pop of festive blue color, making them a perfect addition to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
For the truffle base
- 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor.
- ½ cup heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a tropical twist.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor depth to the truffles.
- to taste blue food coloring Use gel food coloring for a vibrant shade.
For decoration
- as needed sprinkles or edible glitter Use for coating the truffles for a festive look.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Chop the white chocolate into small pieces for easier melting.
- Measure out the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and blue food coloring.
Cooking
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the chopped white chocolate into the hot cream, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and gradually add blue food coloring until you achieve the desired shade.
Chilling and Shaping
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours, until firm.
- Scoop out small portions and roll them into round balls using your palms.
- Roll each truffle in sprinkles or edible glitter until fully coated.
Final Cooling
- Lay the coated truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for another 30 minutes until firm.
Serving
- Serve your Blue Christmas Truffles on a decorative plate for a festive touch.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh for up to 2 weeks. They can also be frozen; just ensure to thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.