Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 12 truffles
Silky, indulgent, and with a deep umami twist—Mushroom And Chocolate Truffles are the ultimate fusion of earthy and sweet flavors! 🍄🍫 The subtle, savory depth of mushrooms enhances the richness of dark chocolate, creating a gourmet truffle that’s both luxurious and unique.
Ingredients For Mushroom And Chocolate Truffles
☑ ½ cup finely chopped mushrooms (shiitake or porcini) 🍄
☑ ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free) 🥛
☑ 1 cup (170g) dark chocolate (70% or higher), chopped 🍫
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 unsalted butter (or coconut oil) 🧈
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 vanilla extract ✨
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 maple syrup or honey 🍯 (optional for sweetness)
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 sea salt 🧂
☑ ½ cup cocoa powder, crushed nuts, or shredded coconut (for coating) 🍫🌰
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Mushroom And Chocolate Truffles
🔥 Step 1: Sauté the Mushrooms
1️⃣ In a small pan, melt butter over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add finely chopped mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft.
3️⃣ Remove from heat and set aside.
🔥 Step 2: Melt the Chocolate
1️⃣ In a saucepan, heat cream until just warm (not boiling).
2️⃣ Pour over chopped dark chocolate, let sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
🔥 Step 3: Combine & Chill
1️⃣ Stir in sautéed mushrooms, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and sea salt.
2️⃣ Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until firm.
🔥 Step 4: Shape & Coat
1️⃣ Scoop small portions of the mixture and roll into balls.
2️⃣ Coat with cocoa powder, crushed nuts, or shredded coconut for a gourmet touch.
🔥 Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Let the truffles sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving.
2️⃣ Enjoy the luxurious blend of deep chocolate and earthy mushroom flavors!
🍄🍫 Rich, velvety, and with an umami depth—Mushroom And Chocolate Truffles are a gourmet indulgence like no other!
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