Chocolate Truffles Recipe

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Chocolate Truffles
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  1. Place the double cream in a heavy based small pan. Place the pan over a low heat; slowly bring the cream to the boil. Remove from the heat. Stir in the plain chocolate pieces. Stir in the butter cubes until melted. Stir in the brandy or rum until the mixture is competely smooth and glossy.
  2. Transfer the chocolate mixture to a bowl. Leave to stand for about 15 mins or until cool, You can speed this up by placing the bowl in the firdge for 5 minutes Whisk with a balloon whisk or an electric mixer until the mixture holds its shape. If it is too soft, chill in the fridge for 15 mins; whisk again.
  3. Spoon 20 heabed teaspoonfuls of the mixture on to baking trays lined with baking parchment. Chill in the fridge for at least one and a half hours or until very firm. Place the cocoa powder (or other coating ingredient) on a separate plate.
  4. Using your fingertips, press the mixture into balls. Roll each truffle quickly between the palms of your hands to smooth over the surface. Gently roll in one of the coatings. Chill for 2 hours until firm. Cover; store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stand at room temperature for 1 hour before serving.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 52.05 Kcal (218 kJ)
Calories from fat 23.05 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.56g 4%
Cholesterol 2.81mg 1%
Sodium 76.11mg 3%
Potassium 34.53mg 1%
Total Carbs 7.02g 2%
Sugars 3.82g 15%
Dietary Fiber 0.21g 1%
Protein 0.59g 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%
Calcium 15.4mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 298.99 Kcal (1252 kJ)
Calories from fat 132.38 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.71g 4%
Cholesterol 16.12mg 1%
Sodium 437.18mg 3%
Potassium 198.33mg 1%
Total Carbs 40.31g 2%
Sugars 21.94g 15%
Dietary Fiber 1.18g 1%
Protein 3.39g 1%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 0%
Iron 2.6mg 2%
Calcium 88.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.2
    Points
  • 1
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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