Best Homemade Truffles
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Truffles are considered exquisite candies, but that doesn't mean they can't be made at home. These truffles, prepared according to the recipe, will impress you with their orange-chocolate aroma, delicate texture, and delightful taste. Such truffles should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The candies can be used in dessert preparation or as cake decorations—your dish will only taste better with them. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Finely chop the dark chocolate and melt it over a double boiler. Cool to room temperature. Beat the softened butter with powdered sugar for two minutes.
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Step 2
2. Add the cooled chocolate in small portions, constantly beating with a mixer. Finally, add the orange liqueur and chopped candied orange peel.
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Step 3
3. Mix and spread into a parchment-lined pan. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours. Place parchment paper on top, invert, and remove the plastic wrap.
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Step 4
4. Cut into equal pieces. Put on silicone gloves, cool your hands under cold water, and shape the candies. Place them on a cocoa-powdered board and freeze for 20 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Roll the candies in sifted cocoa powder. Store the truffles in the refrigerator in an airtight container.