Lavender Truffles Recipe: Simple, Elegant, and Delicious Treats
Lavender Truffles: Simple, elegant, and delicious treats with white chocolate and lavender.
Equipment
- saucepan
- strainer
- mixing bowl
- Spoon
- tray
- refrigerator
Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate pieces High-quality for best results
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 5 teaspoons dried culinary lavender Do not over-steep
- 2 tablespoons honey
- optional food coloring (violet, blue, or red)
- 2 cups white chocolate for coating
Instructions
- Heat the heavy cream with lavender over low heat until it just begins to bubble. Remove from heat and let it steep briefly to infuse flavor.
- Strain the infused cream over white chocolate. Melt gently in short intervals or over a water bath until smooth.
- Stir in honey and optional food coloring until fully combined and smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a dish, cover, and chill until firm and scoopable.
- Scoop small portions, dust hands with powdered sugar, and roll into smooth balls.
- Chill again briefly until firm enough to handle.
- Dip each truffle in melted white chocolate, place on a lined tray, and allow the coating to set.
Notes
Use high-quality white chocolate made with cocoa butter for best results. Do not over-steep lavender to avoid a strong or soapy taste. If the mixture becomes too soft, chill briefly before shaping. Powdered sugar helps prevent sticking while rolling.
Nutrition
Serving: 1truffleCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 5mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg
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