Decadent Red Wine Chocolate Truffles
These elegant and easy-to-make red wine chocolate truffles combine rich dark chocolate with a subtle fruity red wine reduction for a sophisticated treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (225 grams) dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped
- ½ cup (120 ml) red wine (fruity, medium-bodied like Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, fresh and cold
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
- Optional coatings: finely chopped toasted nuts, powdered sugar, shredded coconut
Instructions
- Pour ½ cup (120 ml) red wine into a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced by half, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream to the wine reduction and heat until just about to simmer, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
- Place chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Pour the hot wine and cream mixture over the chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir gently until smooth and glossy. Microwave in 15-second bursts if needed.
- Stir in softened butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined and silky.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to scoop.
- Using a teaspoon or small cookie scoop, portion the ganache and roll quickly between palms to form smooth balls. Chill ganache if it becomes too soft.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate coated truffles for 30 minutes to set before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Dust hands with cocoa powder when rolling to prevent sticking. Chill ganache if too soft. Butter adds richness and smooth texture. Experiment with coatings like nuts, coconut, or powdered sugar. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with canned coconut milk and butter with coconut oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90110
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 15
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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