White Chocolate Blueberry Truffles Recipe
These White Chocolate Blueberry Truffles are a luscious and creamy treat combining the sweetness of white chocolate with the fresh tartness of blueberries. Perfect for a sophisticated dessert or a delightful gift, these truffles are easy to prepare with simple ingredients and chilled to create a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Author: zara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: About 20-25 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Truffle Base
- 255 g (9 oz) white chocolate chips
- 5 tablespoons (75 g) unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons (42 g) full-fat cream
- 35 g (1/3 cup or 1.2 oz) blueberries (fresh or substitute with blueberry powder)
Coating
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
- Prepare the Blueberry Mixture: If using fresh blueberries, combine them with the cream and butter in a pot and simmer gently for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly to soften. If using blueberry powder, warm the cream, add the butter, then stir in the powder and simmer for 2 minutes while mixing well.
- Blend the Mixture: Use an immersion blender to puree the blueberry mixture until smooth with no bits remaining, ensuring an even texture for the truffles.
- Temperature Check: Make sure both the blueberry mixture and melted white chocolate are warm and at similar temperatures to avoid butter separation in the final mixture.
- Melt the White Chocolate: Using a double boiler, melt the white chocolate chips carefully, keeping the temperature below 105°F (40°C) to prevent burning. The chocolate should be warm but smooth and fluid.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the warm blueberry mixture to the melted white chocolate, stirring thoroughly until completely combined to form a uniform mixture.
- Chill the Mixture: Pour the combined mixture into a sealed container and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight. Stir every so often with a fork to prevent fat separation, or use an immersion blender to maintain texture.
- Form the Truffles: Line a work surface with wax paper. Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, portion out the chilled mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls with your palms.
- Coat the Truffles: Roll each ball in powdered sugar to lightly coat, then place them into a sealed container to keep fresh.
- Storage: Refrigerate the truffles until ready to serve. They will keep for up to one week in the fridge and can also be frozen for longer storage.
Notes
- Using an immersion blender helps create a smooth mixture and avoids fat separation during chilling.
- Ensure the melted chocolate and blueberry mixture are at similar temperatures before combining to maintain texture.
- If fresh blueberries are not available, blueberry powder is a great alternative to keep the blueberry flavor.
- Store the truffles in a sealed container to maintain freshness and prevent drying.
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