Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Place the freeze-dried raspberries in a food processor and blend until it forms a fine powder. Then, use a fine-mesh sieve to sift the raspberry powder into a small bowl, reserving about 2 teaspoons for garnish later.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine the chopped white chocolate and butter.
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low heat until it just begins to simmer, then pour it over the chocolate mixture, letting it sit for 5 minutes without stirring.
- Gently stir the chocolate mixture until completely smooth. Add the raspberry powder one tablespoon at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm enough to scoop.
Forming the Truffles
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a small scoop or spoon to portion out the mixture, rolling it into balls and placing them on the prepared sheet.
- Chill again for 30-45 minutes until firm.
- While the truffles chill, melt the bittersweet chocolate over a double boiler or in the microwave, being careful not to burn it.
- Using a fork, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Sprinkle the reserved raspberry powder over the dipped truffles before they set. Let them cool at room temperature or place them in the fridge briefly.
Storage
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
For best results, ensure that chocolate is finely chopped for quicker melting. You can make the ganache a day in advance for convenience. Experiment with flavors by incorporating different extracts or liqueurs.
