Dark Chocolate Truffle

4 servings

60 minutes

Dark chocolate truffles are a true delight for gourmets and connoisseurs of exquisite desserts. This classic French sweet masterpiece emerged in the early 20th century due to a culinary accident: chocolatier Auguste Escoffier was trying to create a cream and accidentally mixed warm chocolate with cream and butter. The result was magnificent! These delicate, rich, and velvety chocolate balls, lightly dusted with cocoa powder, have a deep, intense flavor with subtle notes of cognac. They are perfect as a festive dessert or as a refined complement to a strong espresso. Truffles melt in the mouth, leaving a rich chocolate hue that awakens the senses and provides true pleasure.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 462.1
• Proteins: 5.5g
• Fats: 32.6g
• Carbohydrates: 27.3g

Ingredients

• Dark chocolate 70%: 200 g
• Butter: 50 g
• Cream: 150 ml
• Coarse salt: pinch
• Cocoa powder: 2 tbsp
• Cognac: 3 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Put butter in a thick-walled pot and break the chocolate.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 50 g
   • Dark chocolate 70%: 200 g

3. Put on the fire and pour in the cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream: 150 ml

4. Then reduce the heat to a minimum, ideally using a water bath.

5. Add a couple of pinches of salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coarse salt:  pinch

6. Stir. Add cognac or liqueur.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cognac: 3 tablespoons

7. Mix well and remove from heat. Place the cooled mixture in the refrigerator for about 9-10 hours. Form balls using two teaspoons or by hand.

8. Dip the ready balls in cocoa powder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons