Black Velvet Truffles: Need Recipe ASAP!

[gwagner]

Hey Ya'll!
I need the recipe for Chcolate Truffles. Not sure the exact name. I can find some of my cookbooks so I can't find the recipe!

If my memory serves me right, I think they are called Black Velvet Truffles or somethign like that. I think the only ingredients are whipping cream and baker's chocolate. Mix them together - let set, roll into balls, then coat with your choice of toppings.

If anyone has the recipe, I will be very thankful! This is what I get for waiting until the last minute! LOL

Gina

 

[mpkegley]

Black Velvet Truffle Bar
Cooking for Two or More

6 oz fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (60% cocoa)
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 tsp Double-Strength Vanilla
1/2 cup assorted coating such as toasted coconut; grated chocolate; finely chopped, toasted almonds; or finely chopped toffee candy bars

1. Finely chop chocolate with Food Chopper; place in Small Batter Bowl. Add cream. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 30 seconds; stir until smooth. If necessary, microwave an additional 15 seconds or until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Cover; let stand at room temperature until mixture is firm enough to scoop (at least 3 hours or overnight). Using Small Scoop, scoop truffles onto serving platter. Cover with plastic wrap until ready to coat truffles.

2. Prepare assorted coatings and place into serving bowls. Roll truffles in coatings.

Yield: 12 truffles

 

[Admin Greg]

Hi Gina! I have a great recipe for chocolate truffles that I think you'll love. Here it is:Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 12 ounces of bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- Toppings of your choice (cocoa powder, chopped nuts, sprinkles, etc.)Instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
2. Place the chopped chocolate in a heat-proof bowl and pour the hot cream over it. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm.
4. Once the mixture is firm, use a spoon or cookie scoop to form small balls of the chocolate mixture.
5. Roll the balls in your toppings of choice until they are completely coated.
6. Place the truffles in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.That's it! These truffles are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I hope this helps and good luck with your last-minute truffle making!