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Perfect White Chocolate Orange Truffles Recipe for the Holidays

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These White Chocolate Orange Truffles are a creamy, citrusy delight that are easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 10 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar (for coating)
  • Cocoa powder (for coating)
  • Finely grated white chocolate (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Chop 300g (10 oz) of white chocolate into small pieces. Place it in a heatproof bowl and either microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, or use a double boiler until fully melted. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat 100ml (1/2 cup) of heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Don’t let it boil!
  3. Pour the hot cream mixture over the melted white chocolate. Let it sit for 1 minute, then gently stir with a spatula until smooth and glossy.
  4. Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh orange zest, 2 tablespoons of orange juice, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
  6. Use a small cookie scoop or teaspoon to portion the mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll the mixture between your palms to smooth them out.
  7. Roll each ball in your choice of coating—powdered sugar, cocoa powder, or grated white chocolate.
  8. Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set.

Notes

[‘Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor and texture.’, ‘Melt white chocolate slowly to prevent it from seizing.’, ‘Be patient and let the truffle mixture chill properly before shaping.’, ‘Experiment with different coatings like pistachio crumbs or shredded coconut.’]

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Keywords: white chocolate, orange, truffles, holiday dessert, Christmas treat, easy dessert, citrus dessert

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