Description
Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles are a rich and festive dessert combining sweet white chocolate ganache with tart cranberries and crunchy pistachios. Perfect for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or an indulgent treat, these truffles offer a balance of creamy, sweet, and nutty flavors with a delightful texture.
Ingredients
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Truffle Mixture
- 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped (or white chocolate chips)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pistachios, finely chopped (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Coating
- Extra finely chopped pistachios
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ganache: In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream to a gentle simmer without boiling. Place the chopped white chocolate in a heatproof bowl, then pour the hot cream over it. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes to soften the chocolate. Stir the mixture until smooth, reheating in short microwave bursts if necessary. Stir in chopped cranberries, pistachios, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ganache for 1-2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
- Shape the Truffles: Using a small cookie scoop or hands, scoop out the firm ganache and roll into 1-inch diameter balls. Roll each truffle in the extra finely chopped pistachios to coat evenly; optionally roll some in powdered sugar for variety.
- Chill and Serve: Place the coated truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes to set. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week.
Notes
- Use good-quality white chocolate or chips for best melting and flavor.
- For a flavor twist, add a splash of orange or almond extract to the ganache.
- Substitute pistachios with other nuts like almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts for variation.
- For a richer chocolate coating, dip truffles in melted dark or milk chocolate instead of rolling in nuts.
- Truffles can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: White chocolate truffles, cranberry truffles, pistachio truffles, holiday desserts, homemade truffles, easy truffle recipe, festive sweets
