Chocolate-coffee truffles from baby formula
12 servings
90 minutes
Chocolate-coffee truffles made from baby formula are an exquisite dessert with an unusual story. The idea of using baby formula arose in the search for an alternative way to create a soft, creamy texture. These truffles resemble traditional Mediterranean sweets, combining the rich flavor of cocoa, the aroma of coffee, and a refined hint of cognac. The almond in the center adds a pleasant crunch, while powdered sugar completes the composition, making the truffles tender and airy. They pair perfectly with a cup of espresso or a glass of liqueur and can also be an original gift for gourmets. This dessert is a true delight that immerses you in a world of exquisite flavor combinations.
1
Sift the baby formula and cocoa powder. Set aside 3 tablespoons of the mixture for coating, adding powdered sugar to it.
- Infant formula (milk powder): 350 g
- Cocoa powder: 100 g
- Icing sugar: 100 g
2
We put water on the fire, add sugar - we get syrup.
- Water: 330 ml
- Sugar: 500 g
3
Add chocolate, vanillin, instant coffee (previously mixed with a little water), a bit of butter, and cognac to the syrup, and mix in a water bath until all ingredients are dissolved. Let it cool.
- Dark chocolate: 100 g
- Vanillin: to taste
- Instant coffee: 1 teaspoon
- Butter: 0.5 teaspoon
- Cognac (brandy): 1 tablespoon
4
Slowly mix the mass into the baby formula and cocoa. You can also add powdered sugar to taste for a firmer consistency.
- Infant formula (milk powder): 350 g
- Cocoa powder: 100 g
- Icing sugar: 100 g
5
Moisten your hands with water, pinch off a piece of the mass, hide an almond in the center, and roll it in the remaining coating. Place it on a plate or board and hide it in the fridge for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with powdered sugar on top.
- Almond: 100 g
- Icing sugar: 100 g
- Sugar: 500 g
