Preparing Delightful Eggnog-Infused Chocolates
Preparing Delightful Eggnog-Infused Chocolates
Time spent: 15 minutes total, 3 hours prepared. Output: Approximately 24 pieces
These ultra-rich truffle delicacies fully embody the essence of nog. The nog ingredient within the truffles is supplemented by additional nutmeg and rum extract, which recreate the distinct taste of nog.
Active Time:15 mins Total Time: 3 hrs Yield:2 dozen
It's essential to chill the chocolate balls for a few minutes before dipping them in melted chocolate; this ensures they keep their shape.
To add a festive touch, sprinkle the truffles with red and green sugar crystals or sprinkles right after dipping, permitting them to adhere nicely to the chocolate covering.
Ingredients
- 2 (12-ounce) packets white chocolate chips, split
- 1/3 cup nog
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, chopped into small pieces
- 3/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
Melting chocolate and creating the nog mixture:
Add 1 bag of chocolate chips to a medium microwave-safe bowl. Put the nog, butter, and nutmeg on top of the chips.
Microwave on high power for about 1 1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Remove from microwave and stir until the chocolate is thoroughly melted and the mixture is smooth. Mix in the rum extract.
Cover and refrigerate the mixture until firm, which should take approximately 2 1/2 hours.2. ### Shaping the truffles:
Scoop the chocolate mixture into 22 balls, each weighing approximately 1 tablespoon. Roll the balls quickly between your hands to create even spheres. If necessary, place the balls on a plate or small baking sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper. Chill for 20 minutes.3. ### Melt remaining chocolate:
Add the remaining bag of chocolate chips to a medium microwave-safe bowl and add the coconut oil. Microwave on high power for about 1 1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Remove from microwave and stir until the chocolate is completely melted.4. ### Dip each truffle in melted chocolate:
Retrieve the chocolate balls from the freezer. Working with 1 chocolate ball at a time, dip into melted chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Remove from chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Put back on the lined plate or baking sheet. Repeat this process with all chocolate balls.
If desired, keep the remainder of the melted chocolate in a small zip-top plastic bag. Cut a small corner from the bag, and pipe chocolate in a decorative pattern over the truffles. Freeze until set, which should take approximately 5 minutes. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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These chocolate truffles, with their rich chocolate flavor and festive sugar crystal coating, would make a delightful contribution to any Christmas Desserts or Christmas Recipes menu. Pair them with other favorite Desserts or Candy for a satisfying ending to your holiday feast.