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Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles Recipe

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  • Author: Naomi
  • Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 truffles 1x

Description

Delight in the luxurious flavors of Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles, a decadent treat combining the floral aroma of culinary lavender with the sweetness of honey and creamy white chocolate. These smooth, melt-in-your-mouth truffles are perfect for special occasions or as a gourmet gift.

Ingredients

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Truffle Base

  • 2 cups white chocolate pieces
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 5 teaspoons dried culinary lavender
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 drop violet food coloring (optional)
  • 1 drop royal blue food coloring (optional)
  • 1 drop super red food coloring (optional)

Coating

  • 2 cups white chocolate (melted or tempered)

Instructions

  1. Prepare White Chocolate Pieces: Place 2 cups of white chocolate pieces in a medium bowl and set aside to be melted later.
  2. Heat Cream and Lavender: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup heavy cream with 5 teaspoons dried culinary lavender. Heat over medium-low heat until small bubbles appear around the edges, making sure not to boil the cream.
  3. Steep Lavender: Turn off the heat and allow the lavender to steep in the cream for 5 minutes to infuse the flavor thoroughly.
  4. Strain Cream into Chocolate: Strain the lavender-infused cream through a fine mesh into the bowl with the white chocolate pieces. Discard the lavender solids.
  5. Melt Chocolate Mixture: Melt the chocolate and cream together either by microwaving in 15-second increments, stirring after each until smooth, or by placing the bowl over a bain marie on low heat.
  6. Add Honey and Color: Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey until combined. If desired, add one drop each of violet, royal blue, and super red food coloring to achieve a subtle pastel color.
  7. Chill Mixture: Pour the mixture into a clean pan and cover it with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours, until firm enough to scoop.
  8. Scoop Truffles: Use a small cookie scoop or a 1½ teaspoon measuring spoon to scoop out the set mixture.
  9. Shape Truffles: Coat your hands with powdered sugar to prevent sticking and roll each scoop into a smooth ball.
  10. Freeze Truffles: Place the rolled truffles in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to firm up before coating.
  11. Coat with White Chocolate: Dip each chilled truffle into the melted or tempered 2 cups white chocolate coating, using a fork or dipping tool to cover evenly.
  12. Set Coating: Place coated truffles on a parchment-lined sheet pan and allow the chocolate coating to set completely at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor and smooth texture.
  • Tempering the coating chocolate ensures a shiny finish and crisp snap.
  • If you don’t have culinary lavender, do not substitute with ornamental lavender as it may be bitter or unsafe for consumption.
  • Keep coated truffles refrigerated if not serving immediately to maintain shape and freshness.
  • You can customize truffle colors or skip food coloring for a classic white appearance.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: French

Keywords: Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles, white chocolate truffles, lavender truffles, homemade truffles, gourmet chocolates, no-bake truffles

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