Chocolate Strawberry Truffles
Ahh chocolate and strawberry, they go together like milk and cookies, like peanut butter and jelly, like chips and dip – you get the idea. So it only made perfect sense to combine chocolate and strawberry in these decadent Chocolate Strawberry Truffles. They are easy to make, are a perfect gift and go together quickly and did I mention – they are delicious!
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You gotta love a dessert that looks impressive but it’s really easy! I love making Gourmet Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, they look so impressive on your dessert table, but are super easy to make. These Chocolate Strawberry Truffles are equally impressive looking, but with just a few ingredients, you can have them ready in a snap!
The centers of the truffles are soft and creamy, and the addition of chopped of almonds gives them a little crunch. You could also roll them in powdered sugar for a different flavor.
Creating gift baskets with special treats for family and friends is something I love to do. It really doesn’t matter what holiday, whether it’s Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Halloween or especially Christmas, adding delicious baked goods like these Chocolate Strawberry Truffles to gift baskets is perfect!
Chocolate Strawberry Truffles
Sweet treat that is perfect for gift giving or to serve at a party.
Ingredients
- 2 milk chocolate candy bars - 7 ounces each (I used giant sized Hershey's)
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/8 cup strawberry spreadable fruit
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup toasted almonds, chopped
Instructions
- Chop chocolate in food processor or with knife into small pieces, and place in large bowl
- In a small saucepan, heat whipping cream just to a boil
- Pour over chocolate and stir until smooth
- Stir in spreadable fruit and vanilla until combined
- Transfer to small bowl, cool to room temperature and place in fridge to chill until firm, about 3 hours
- Shape into balls using a 1 tablespoon cookie dough scoop, roll in chopped almonds
Notes
Total time includes chilling time. Keep refrigerated in airtight container. Truffles can be made up to one week in advance.
Recipe can easily be doubled or tripled
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 66Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 33mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 2g
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Mu Question is, what can you replace almonds with that is non nut, my husband is allergic to peanuts and other nuts.
Hi Corina, the nuts are only on the outside of the truffles, sort of to dress them up. You could use powdered sugar or cocoa powder instead of the nuts or roll them in sprinkles.
Happy Baking!
~Liz
I need to try this – it sounds delicious!