Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles, a delightful no-bake treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These truffles elegantly combine the tartness of dried cranberries with the crunch of toasted pistachios and the creaminess of white chocolate, resembling snowy delights that are both visually appealing and irresistibly tasty. Ideal for holiday gatherings, gifting, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these bite-sized confections are sure to be a hit. With easy preparation and customizable flavor options, you can create a memorable dessert that will impress family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 oz. white chocolate (chopped)
- 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 Tablespoons heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon orange or vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/3 cup finely chopped dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup finely chopped toasted pistachios
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the cream mixture by melting unsalted butter in a saucepan over low-medium heat. Stir in heavy cream, salt, and optional extract until combined; set aside.
- Melt white chocolate using a double boiler until smooth but not overheated (below 105°F). Remove from heat.
- Combine the lukewarm cream mixture with melted chocolate gently using a rubber spatula.
- Stir in chopped cranberries and pistachios; let sit at room temperature for an hour. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until firm.
- Scoop out portions using a melon baller or spoon and roll into balls about an inch in diameter.
- Roll each truffle in powdered sugar until well-coated.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg