Blue Christmas Truffles with White Chocolate and Blue Curacao
Bringing a touch of winter magic with these Blue Christmas Truffles! White chocolate, a hint of citrusy blue curacao, and sparkling sugar make these truffles a holiday must!
Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons blue curacao
- 1/2 cup sanding sugar
Instructions
- Melting Chocolate and Cream: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave on half power in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Incorporating Blue Curacao: Add the blue curacao to the melted chocolate mixture, stirring until fully blended.
- Chilling the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm enough to roll into balls.
- Preparation for Rolling: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place sanding sugar in a shallow bowl.
- Forming Truffles: Using a heaping teaspoon of the chilled chocolate mixture, roll into small balls, then coat each truffle in sanding sugar until fully covered.
- Setting the Truffles: Arrange the sugar-coated truffles on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for an additional hour to set.
- Storage: Keep truffles refrigerated until serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Blue Curacao: Blue curacao is a citrus-flavored liqueur. If you’d like a non-alcoholic option, use a bit of blue food coloring and orange or lemon extract for flavor.
- Rolling Tips: If the truffle mixture is too soft to roll, place it back in the refrigerator to firm up. This ensures the truffles hold their shape.
- Sanding Sugar: Use sanding sugar for its large crystals and sparkle. It adds a festive, elegant look to the truffles.