White Chocolate Truffles

These white chocolate truffles are a pure indulgence that’s surprisingly simple to make yet impressively elegant to serve. The process is easier than you’d guess, with just a handful of ingredients that come together to create smooth, velvety truffles that melt in your mouth. Whether you’re planning a dinner party or just want a luxurious treat to savor with your coffee, these truffles are the perfect way to elevate any moment. And the best part? You can customize them with your favorite flavors and make them your signature chocolate creations.

Ingredients for White Chocolate Truffles

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• Butter: This ingredient melts into the cream, creating a rich and smooth base for the truffle mixture.
• Heavy whipping cream: It adds a creamy texture and ensures the truffles have a luxurious mouthfeel.
• White candy coating: The chopped candy coating provides the sweet, melt-in-your-mouth foundation of the truffles.
• Confectioners’ sugar: This sugar adds sweetness and helps bind the truffle mixture together for easier shaping.
• Coarse or confectioners’ sugar: Choose your preferred coating sugar that adds a sweet and crunchy exterior to the truffles and a pretty appearance.

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the truffle mixture

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In a double boiler or a metal bowl set over barely simmering water, melt the cubed butter into the heavy whipping cream and stir occasionally until fully combined. Remove the mixture from heat and gradually add the coarsely chopped white candy coating, stirring continuously with a rubber spatula until the coating begins to melt.

Step 2: Finish the mixture

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Return the mixture to the heat and stir constantly until the mixture is completely smooth. Remove from heat again and stir in the confectioners’ sugar until fully incorporated. Pour the mixture into an 8-inch square pan and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes or until it is slightly hardened.

Editor’s Tip: If the mixture begins to separate, beat it with a mixer for 30 seconds to bring it back together.

Step 3: Shape and coat the truffles

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Using a melon baller or a small spoon, scoop out portions of the chilled truffle mixture and shape them into 1-inch balls by rolling them between your hands. Roll each ball in coarse sugar or additional confectioners’ sugar to coat the exterior. Once all the truffles are shaped and coated you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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White Chocolate Truffle Variations

• Add a hint of citrus: Stir in a teaspoon of finely grated orange or lemon zest into the truffle mixture for a bright twist.
• Incorporate nuts: Mix in finely chopped toasted almonds or hazelnuts before chilling the truffle mixture to add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
• Create a peppermint version: Stir in a few drops of peppermint extract into the truffle mixture and roll the truffles in crushed candy canes for a festive touch.
• Dust with cocoa: Instead of rolling the truffles in sugar, roll them in unsweetened cocoa powder for a more intense chocolate flavor.

How to Store White Chocolate Truffles

To keep these white chocolate truffles fresh and maintain their texture store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should stay good for about two weeks, making them perfect for preparing ahead of time. Just remember to let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to enjoy their full creamy flavor.

Can you freeze white chocolate truffles?

Yes, you can freeze white chocolate truffles to extend their shelf life. Simply place the truffles in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze individually and then transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag.  Let them thaw in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving when you’re ready to enjoy them.

White Chocolate Truffle Tips

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What kind of white chocolate is best for white chocolate truffles?

This white chocolate truffles recipe actually calls for candy coating, which is a simple way to get a consistent coating on your white chocolate truffle candy. You can find it at most big box stores. White baking chips are pretty much the same thing because—surprise—they are not actually chocolate. Here are the Test Kitchen’s favorite white chocolate chips.

How do you melt white chocolate?

To melt the coating for these white chocolate truffles put the chopped chocolate in the top of a double boiler over barely simmering water. Don’t have a double boiler? A metal bowl over a saucepan works in a pinch. Just make sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water in the pan. Here are more ways to melt chocolate.

How can you make sure that each white chocolate truffle is the same size?

To make sure that each truffle is the same size, use a spring-loaded cookie scoop and level the mixture against the side of the bowl.

How else can you decorate white chocolate truffles?

White chocolate truffles are the perfect blank canvas! Try sprinkles, luster dust, nuts, crushed cookies—the possibilities are endless! To keep them classic, use coarse sanding sugar for that snowball look.

What should I serve with white chocolate truffles?

For a balanced sweet course, serve them alongside fresh berries or a fruit tart to add a touch of acidity and freshness. They also complement a platter of biscotti, shortbread, oatmeal,and chocolate chip cookies. For an adult treat, serve them with an espresso martini.

Do I need to temper the chocolate for this recipe?

No, you don’t need to temper the chocolate for this recipe. The white candy coating used in these truffles is designed to melt smoothly without the need for tempering, making the process more straightforward for home cooks. The candy coating will still give you a nice, smooth texture without the extra step of tempering.

Can I make white chocolate truffles gluten-free?

Yes, you can make this recipe gluten-free with just a few simple checks. Most white candy coatings and confectioners’ sugars are naturally gluten-free but it’s important to double-check the labels to ensure they aren’t processed in facilities that handle gluten-containing products. This recipe will be safe for those avoiding gluten as long as you verify that all your ingredients are gluten-free.