White chocolate truffles can be rolled in finely chopped nuts, crushed cookies, finely chopped candies, shredded coconut, finely chopped dried fruit, sprinkles, cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, or even colored coarse or fine sugar. But Because white chocolate is used and it has such a neutral flavor, you can add different flavorings and mix-ins to create an endless variety. Mixture almost always separates even after using a mixer. Very good. Add the butter and stir until melted. Using a melon baller or small spoon, roll the mixture into 1" balls. Place the chocolate chips, butter, cream, and salt in a medium microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals until melted, about 1 to 2 minutes. Looking to make the best desserts ever? Using a melon baller or spoon, scoop out and shape into 1-in.
Perfect White Chocolate Truffles. White chocolate is very different to regular chocolate and because of its make-up, it doesn’t hold its shape in the same way. When it comes to candy, a chocolate truffle is considered one of the most decadent confections on the planet.
Roll in sugar. Chill for 20 minutes or until slightly hardened. A little tweaking though, and voila! Stir in sugar. Because white chocolate is prone to overheating, it’s a good idea to stop heating it before all the chips are melted, and simply stir until the residual heat melts all the chocolate.If you are using any flavorings or liqueurs, stir them in until well-mixed.Place plastic wrap over the top of the white chocolate and refrigerate until firm enough to scoop, about 2 hours.Use a teaspoon or a small candy scoop to form small 1-inch balls.Dust your hands with confectioner's sugar and roll the truffles between your palms to make them round.Place the balls on a waxed or parchment paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate while you prepare the white candy coating.Place the white candy coating in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted, stirring after every 30 seconds to prevent overheating.If you want to top the truffles with anything, like sprinkles, nuts, or coconut, do it right away before the white chocolate sets.Refrigerate the tray briefly, for 10 to 15 minutes, until the white coating is set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Cool, cover, and refrigerate the mixture until firm, at least 2 hours.
Directions. (Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.) Stir in sugar. They can be rolled in Normally, the best chocolate you can find is recommended for candy making, but truffles have a better end result when made with white or dark chocolate chips as opposed to chocolate bars because the stabilizers in the chips help the truffles to set up firmer and hold their shape. Sign up for our newsletter and get our cookbook! (If mixture separates, beat with a mixer for 30 seconds.)
Taste of Home is the best. It is so easy to make and will look so pretty in a gift box.—Gloria Nolan, Peoria, PennsylvaniaIn a microwave, melt the candy coating, butter and cream over low heat until smooth, stirring frequently. Add the white chocolate. The Spruce Eats uses cookies to provide you with a great user experience. balls. Remove from the heat and pour into a shallow bowl. This is the perfect holiday gift candy.
My oldest named them "snowballs" several years ago. By using The Spruce Eats, you accept our square pan. In a microwave, melt the candy coating, butter and cream over low heat until smooth, stirring frequently. You can also change the color and flavor to fit any occasion. A professional pastry chef, cookbook author, and writer, Elizabeth LaBau has published more than 600 articles on baking and candy making.
Pour into an 8-in. A little more white chocolate, a dash a butter and a little less cream than my regular truffles, and you have a sweet treat that rolls perfectly After placing in square pan, skim off top layer of butter. Stir until completely melted and smooth. In a small saucepan, bring the cream to a simmer. (If mixture separates, beat with a mixer for 30 seconds.) I make these almost every Christmas.