5 Ingredient Amaretto Truffles Recipe
Introduction
These 5 Ingredient Amaretto Truffles are rich, creamy, and elegantly flavored with almond and amaretto liqueur. Perfect for a simple yet impressive homemade treat, they come together quickly with just a few pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 10 oz. dark chocolate, chopped small
- ⅔ cup heavy whipping cream (or full fat coconut cream for dairy free)
- 3 Tbsp amaretto liqueur
- ½ tsp almond extract
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the chopped dark chocolate in a medium bowl.
- Step 2: In a saucepan over medium heat, add the cream or coconut cream and stir frequently. Heat until it reaches a simmer, about 185°F, but do not boil.
- Step 3: Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: Stir in the amaretto liqueur and almond extract until fully combined. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 4 hours until firm.
- Step 5: Using a cookie scoop, portion out the chilled mixture into one-inch balls. If the mixture gets sticky, lightly roll the balls in cocoa powder to prevent mess. You can also spray your hands with a little oil to help.
- Step 6: Roll each truffle in cocoa powder, or get creative by rolling them in sprinkles or chopped nuts. The size of your truffles will affect how many you make.
Tips & Variations
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full fat coconut cream to maintain richness and texture.
- If you like a stronger almond flavor, increase the almond extract slightly but be careful not to overpower the amaretto.
- Try rolling truffles in finely chopped toasted almonds for added crunch and flavor.
Storage
Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow them to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving for the best texture and flavor. They can also be frozen for longer storage—thaw overnight in the fridge before enjoying.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these truffles without alcohol?
Yes, you can omit the amaretto liqueur and add a splash of almond extract or vanilla extract instead to keep the flavor without the alcohol.
What type of chocolate is best for these truffles?
Use good-quality dark chocolate with at least 60% cocoa content for a rich, smooth truffle. Avoid chocolate chips as they may not melt as smoothly as bar chocolate.
Print5 Ingredient Amaretto Truffles Recipe
These 5 Ingredient Amaretto Truffles are rich, creamy chocolate treats infused with the delicate flavor of amaretto liqueur and almond extract. Perfect for gifting or indulging, these truffles are simple to make with only a handful of ingredients, delivering a luxurious dessert experience with a luscious cocoa coating. Dairy-free options make them versatile to suit different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 truffles (depending on size) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Chocolate Base
- 10 oz. dark chocolate, chopped small
- ⅔ cups heavy whipping cream (or full fat coconut cream for dairy free)
- 3 Tbsp amaretto liqueur
- ½ tsp almond extract
Coating
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate base: Place the chopped dark chocolate in a medium mixing bowl, ensuring it is ready to be melted by the warm cream.
- Heat the cream: In a saucepan over medium heat, add the heavy whipping cream or coconut cream. Stir frequently and bring it to a simmer, about 185°F, just before it starts boiling.
- Combine cream and chocolate: Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Stir gently but thoroughly until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fully melted.
- Add flavorings: Stir in the amaretto liqueur and almond extract until evenly blended into the chocolate cream mixture. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and chill for approximately 4 hours to firm up.
- Form truffle balls: Once chilled, use a cookie scoop to portion out the mixture into roughly one-inch balls. Since the mixture can be sticky, lightly roll each ball by hand and dust with cocoa powder to prevent a mess. Optionally, spray your hands lightly with oil to keep the mixture from sticking.
- Coat the truffles: Roll each truffle ball in cocoa powder until fully coated. For variety, you can also roll them in sprinkles or chopped nuts as preferred. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use full fat coconut cream as a dairy-free alternative to heavy whipping cream.
- To prevent truffles from sticking to your hands, lightly oil them or dust with cocoa powder while shaping.
- Chilling time is essential to firm up the mixture for easy shaping.
- Truffle size can vary; smaller ones yield more pieces.
- Store truffles in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
- Roll truffles in sprinkles, chopped nuts, or powdered sugar for creative variations.
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