Almond-Amaretti Chocolate Truffles

Recipe by Recipe Iseasy Kitchen

Level: Easy
Yield: 18 to 24 truffles
Total: 4 hr 30 min
Active: 30 min

Nutritional Analysis (Per Serving)

Serving Size: 1 of 21 servings
Calories: 159
Total Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Dietary Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 10 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 17 mg
Sodium: 29 mg

Ingredients

1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Pinch of kosher salt
12 ounces premium bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped
1/4 cup almond butter
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 to 2 cups crushed amaretti cookies

Instructions

Make the ganache: In a small saucepan, combine the cream, butter, and salt. Heat over medium until simmering. Place chopped chocolate in a large heatproof bowl. Pour hot cream mixture over chocolate and let sit undisturbed for 10 minutes to melt. Stir until smooth, then mix in almond butter, almond extract, and vanilla until glossy. Transfer to a shallow dish, cover, and chill at least 3 hours or overnight until firm.
Form the truffles: Line a baking sheet with parchment. Place crushed amaretti cookies in a shallow bowl. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of ganache, roll into balls, and coat evenly in crumbs. Place on sheet, cover, and refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.

Tips

Amaretti cookies are traditional Italian treats made with ground almonds or almond paste.
Uncoated truffle balls can be made up to 2 weeks ahead: wrap tightly and freeze. Thaw at room temperature for 20 minutes, then roll in coating.

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