Whisky Truffles with Dark Chocolate and Fresh Cream
It’s been a while since I did any chocolate making. Homemade chocolates are a great way to say thank you. They also make a delicious gift or can provide an indulgent pick-me-up. These whisky truffles with dark chocolate and fresh cream ticked all of the above.
After Dinner Treats
Shortly before leaving liskeard we were invited to dine with friends. Actually I had a whole round of social engagements, courtesy of well-wishers, but I couldn’t find the time to make something for everyone. In a bid to use up my chocolate supplies whilst at the same time taking along a suitably decadent after dinner treat to accompany coffee, I thought I’d make some whisky truffles.
Whisky Truffles with Dark Chocolate and Fresh Cream
I could have made a whisky ganache and then rolled them in grated chocolate. These would have been delicious enough, but I wanted to make these whisky truffles as scrumptious as I could, so I went all out. First I made the whisky ganache with Madagascan chocolate, then coated them in Belgian chocolate then finally rolled them in chocolate flakes. Say it with love – your friends are worth it.
Wow, were they good. The whisky truffles were both rich and flavoursome. They provided just enough of a whisky hit to recognise the flavour and alcohol content without feeling as though you’d been boxed around the ears. I packed some up for the evening, some went to another friend and I have to confess CT and I might have tried the odd one or two as well. This was strictly for quality control purposes and because we needed some sustenance to deal with all that arduous sorting and packing – that’s my excuse anyway.
Whisky Truffles with Dark Chocolate and Fresh Cream – The Recipe
- 150 g good quality dark chocolate - finely chopped I used Madagascan 67%
- 125 g double cream
- 2 tbsp whisky
- 125 g good quality dark chocolate - buttons or finely chopped I used Belgian dark chocolate 60%
- 50 g good quality dark chocolate flakes
- Bring the cream to the boil. Take off the heat and add the first lot of chocolate.
- Leave to melt for a few minutes, then carefully stir from the inside out until the ganache is smooth. Stir in the whisky.
- Place in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll into small balls, then place back in the fridge for a further 30 minutes to firm up further.
- Melt the second lot of chocolate in a bowl set over hot water. Make sure the bowl doesn't tough the water and the water doesn't boil.
- Place the chocolate flakes in a shallow dish.
- Using a fork (a chocolate fork is best), dip the ganache balls into the melted chocolate. Tap the fork on the side of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate. Then roll in the chocolate flakes.
- Place on a metal tray or china plate and leave in a cool place to set.
An additional hour is required for setting whilst making the truffles with time needed at the end for the chocolate to set completely.
These whisky truffles with dark chocolate and fresh cream are my contribution to this month’s #WeShouldCocoa.
Other recipes for homemade chocolates you might like
- Bailey’s truffles via Charlotte’s Lively Kitchen
- Brazilian brigadeiro chocolate bonsbons via Kavey Eats
- Chocolate coated caramel brazils via Tin and Thyme
- Chocolate truffles via The Baking Explorer
- Chunky chocolate cheerios via Greedy Gourmet
- Coconut chocolates (with secret mashed potato) via Elizabeth’s Kitchen Diary
- Glitzy chocolate mendiants via Tin and Thyme
- Goat’s cheese chocolate truffles via Tin and Thyme
- Neapolitan marzipan chocolates via Fab Food 4 All
- Peanut butter cups via Tin and Thyme
- Salted caramelised almond chocolates via Tin and Thyme
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Kavita Favelle | Kavey Eats
25th September 2017 at 6:04 pmI love homemade chocolate truffles, adding whisky can only be a good thing! Love how pretty these look.
Choclette
26th September 2017 at 7:01 pmThanks Kavey. Covering truffles with oodles of chocolate has to be a good thing.
Angie@Angie's Recipes
25th September 2017 at 6:55 pmwow chocolate ganache coated with melted chocolate, then dipped with chocolate flakes…o my..I am in chocolate heaven!
Choclette
26th September 2017 at 7:01 pmHaha, I have to admit that they are rather heavenly Angie.
Dannii
26th September 2017 at 7:37 amWe usually only ever make truffles at Christmas, and these are definitely going to be made this year. I bet they have a kick to them.
Choclette
28th September 2017 at 8:37 amTruffles are certainly not for everyday and Christmas is the perfect time to make them.
Michelle @ Greedy Gourmet
26th September 2017 at 10:21 amI’ve never made my own truffles before but you make it look so easy! Great idea for Christmas gifts too.
Choclette
28th September 2017 at 8:39 amThe key is to coat them with something that hides the chocolate, then it doesn’t need to be tempered.
Jemma
26th September 2017 at 12:55 pmOh, how delicious. I’ve never made my own truffles before. I need to try this recipe out.
Choclette
28th September 2017 at 8:39 amWell chocolate week is coming up soon Jemma – just saying 😉
Camilla Hawkins
27th September 2017 at 2:19 pmWhat gorgeous truffles, I love the intensity of dark chocolate and with the whisky, just heavenly I’m sure:-) That’s for including my marzipan chocolates:-)
Choclette
28th September 2017 at 7:54 amThanks Camilla. Chocolates make excellent gifts and I should really make them more often.
Kat (The Baking Explorer)
28th September 2017 at 11:15 amThey look stunning and I love how you’ve decorated them! Thanks for linking up to #TreatPetite
Choclette
1st October 2017 at 5:31 pmThanks Kat. Having all that crunchy chocolate on the outside for extra texture made a real difference.
Kate - Gluten Free Alchemist
2nd October 2017 at 7:11 pmHome-made truffles? Messy, but very very delicious! Please send them over now!
Choclette
2nd October 2017 at 7:37 pmI’m afraid you’re way too late for that 😀
Sylvia
8th October 2017 at 5:53 pmI love homemade truffles, they’re so easy to make and as the Christmas time is fast approaching they are the perfect homemade gift! Yours look so scruptions, boozy truffles are a win-win thing for me 🙂
Choclette
8th October 2017 at 8:44 pmThanks Sylvia. I have a new found love for whisky in cakes, bakes and chocolate 😀
Jan Bennett
9th October 2017 at 6:35 amOh my goodness these look so good! They really are the perfect homemade gift.
Choclette
9th October 2017 at 7:54 amThanks Jan. I wouldn’t turn them away for sure 😉
Fiona Maclean
9th October 2017 at 9:18 amI love making truffles – these look absolutely gorgeous – the little chocolate flakes make them look so professional! Delish!
Choclette
29th April 2019 at 10:48 amOops, sorry Fiona, I’ve only just discovered your comment. Never mind making truffles, I love eating them. The chocolate flakes are great as they cover a multitude of imperfections.