Description
These Chocolate Ricotta Fudgy Truffles combine creamy whole-milk ricotta cheese with rich melted dark chocolate to create a smooth, luscious treat. Rolled in crunchy chopped almonds, these bite-sized truffles offer a delightful contrast in texture and are perfect for an elegant dessert or a sweet snack. With only a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, they are an easy yet impressive homemade indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Truffle Mixture
- 1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, melted
Coating
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend the whole-milk ricotta cheese with the melted dark chocolate until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated, ensuring there are no lumps and the mixture is even in texture.
- Chill Mixture: Place the blended mixture into the refrigerator and chill it for 30 minutes or until firm enough to handle and shape into balls.
- Shape Truffles: Using a spoon, scoop out portions of the firm mixture and roll them between your palms into balls approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter, creating uniform and manageable bite-sized truffles.
- Coat with Almonds: Roll each truffle in the chopped almonds, pressing gently to ensure the nuts stick evenly, adding a crunchy and flavorful outer layer.
Notes
- Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a richer flavor.
- Make sure the chocolate is fully melted and slightly cooled before mixing with ricotta to avoid cooking the cheese.
- For a different coating, try rolling the truffles in cocoa powder, shredded coconut, or finely chopped pistachios.
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- To soften the truffles before serving, let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
