Ingredients
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- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 drop orange food coloring
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Add the white chocolate chips to a medium bowl and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and orange zest together.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- As soon as the mixture comes to a simmer, pour through a sieve into the white chocolate chips to strain out the orange zest.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 1 to 2 minutes to soften the chocolate, then whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the orange extract, vanilla extract, and orange food coloring until fully combined.
- Add the powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
- Scoop the chilled mixture into small balls and roll between your hands until smooth.
- Chill the truffles in the refrigerator until firm, about 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. For a stronger orange flavor, add extra orange extract. These truffles are perfect for parties and gifting and can be decorated with sprinkles or additional orange zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg