Blue Christmas Truffles Recipe

Introduction

These Blue Christmas Truffles are a festive twist on a classic white chocolate treat. With a hint of vanilla and a vibrant blue color, they add a fun and elegant touch to your holiday dessert table.

Ingredients

• 12 oz white chocolate, finely chopped
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Blue gel food coloring
• ½ cup powdered sugar or blue sprinkles for coating

Instructions

1. Step 1: Melt the white chocolate, heavy cream, and butter together in a heatproof bowl. Use the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until the mixture is smooth.
2. Step 2: Stir in the vanilla extract and add a few drops of blue gel food coloring. Mix until the color is evenly distributed.
3. Step 3: Refrigerate the mixture for about 1 hour, or until it is firm enough to handle comfortably.
4. Step 4: Scoop small portions of the chilled mixture and roll them into smooth balls using your hands.
5. Step 5: Roll each truffle in powdered sugar or blue sprinkles to coat. Chill again until you are ready to serve.

Tips & Variations

• For a more intense blue, add the gel food coloring gradually to achieve your desired shade without altering the texture.
• Try coating the truffles in crushed white chocolate peppermint candies for a festive crunch.
• If the mixture is too soft to shape, chill it longer or freeze briefly until firm.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Before serving, let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. They can also be frozen for up to a month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use milk chocolate instead of white chocolate?

Yes, but it will change the flavor and color. Milk chocolate will produce a classic chocolate truffle, but won’t allow for the bright blue color to show as vividly.

How do I prevent the truffles from melting too quickly?

Keep the truffles refrigerated until just before serving and handle them with cool hands. Using finely chopped chocolate and chilling the mixture well helps maintain their shape.

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These Blue Christmas Truffles are a festive and delicious holiday treat featuring creamy white chocolate blended with heavy cream and butter, tinted with a vibrant blue hue. Coated in powdered sugar or blue sprinkles, these truffles offer a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture perfect for seasonal celebrations or gifting.

• Author: Elena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 3 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 13 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 24 truffles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Truffle Base

• 12 oz white chocolate, finely chopped
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Blue gel food coloring, a few drops

Coating

• ½ cup powdered sugar or blue sprinkles

Instructions

1. Melt Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl, microwave the finely chopped white chocolate, heavy cream, and unsalted butter in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
2. Add Flavor and Color: Stir in the vanilla extract and a few drops of blue gel food coloring, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is evenly tinted a bright blue color.
3. Chill Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chocolate mixture for about 1 hour, or until it is firm enough to handle and shape into balls without melting.
4. Shape Truffles: Using a spoon or small scoop, portion out the chilled mixture and roll quickly between your palms to form small, smooth round truffles.
5. Coat and Serve: Roll each truffle in powdered sugar or blue sprinkles to coat evenly. Place coated truffles on a tray and chill them until ready to serve to keep firm.

Notes

• Microwaving in short intervals prevents overheating and helps achieve a smooth chocolate texture.
• You can substitute blue gel food coloring with any other food coloring for different festive colors.
• Keep the truffles refrigerated if not serving immediately to maintain freshness and shape.
• For a firmer coating, chill the truffles after coating before serving.
• Handle the truffles quickly when shaping to prevent melting from the warmth of your hands.

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