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Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles Recipe

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  • Author: Julian
  • Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these elegant Honey Lavender White Chocolate Truffles, a decadent treat combining smooth white chocolate with the floral notes of dried lavender and a touch of honey sweetness. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent homemade gift, these truffles are beautifully finished with a glossy white chocolate coating and subtle natural color touches.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 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)
  • 2 cups white chocolate (melted or tempered) for coating

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chocolate Base: Place the white chocolate pieces into a medium bowl and set aside.
  2. Infuse Cream: Combine the heavy cream and dried culinary lavender in a small saucepan.
  3. Heat Cream: Warm the mixture over medium-low heat until small bubbles appear around the edges, ensuring it does not boil.
  4. Steep Lavender: Turn off the heat and let the lavender steep in the cream for about 5 minutes to impart flavor.
  5. Strain Mixture: Strain the infused cream directly into the bowl containing the white chocolate pieces, removing the lavender solids.
  6. Melt Chocolate Mixture: Melt the chocolate and cream mixture gently either in 15-second increments in the microwave, stirring between each, or over a bain-marie, until fully smooth and combined.
  7. Add Honey and Color: Stir in the honey until evenly incorporated. Add food coloring drops if desired, mixing thoroughly for a gentle tint.
  8. Chill Mixture: Pour the truffle mixture into a clean pan, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm, approximately 3 hours.
  9. Portion Truffles: Once set, use a small cookie scoop or a 1½ teaspoon measuring spoon to portion out truffles.
  10. Shape Truffles: Lightly coat your hands with powdered sugar and roll each scoop into a smooth ball.
  11. Freeze Balls: Place the shaped truffles in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to firm up before dipping.
  12. Coat with White Chocolate: Using the melted or tempered white chocolate reserved for coating, dip each chilled truffle ball to coat thoroughly.
  13. Set Coated Truffles: Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined sheet pan and let them set completely at room temperature or refrigeration until the chocolate coating is firm.

Notes

  • Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor and smooth texture.
  • Sourcing culinary-grade dried lavender is key to avoiding bitter notes.
  • Food coloring is optional and only necessary if you want tinting effects.
  • Tempering the coating chocolate ensures a glossy finish and good snap.
  • Truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Freezing the rolled balls prior to coating helps maintain shape and ease dipping.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: French

Keywords: white chocolate truffles, honey lavender truffles, homemade truffles, floral chocolate, chocolate candy, elegant desserts

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