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Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles

Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles: Festive No-Bake Joy

Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles are a delightful no-bake dessert that captures the festive spirit of the holidays.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 22 minutes
Servings: 20 truffles
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Truffles
  • 8 ounces high-quality white chocolate Use a good quality for best flavor
  • ½ cup heavy cream Essential for ganache
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Enhances creaminess
  • ½ cup unsweetened dried cranberries Can use Craisins for sweeter
  • ½ cup roasted pistachios Salted or unsalted per preference
For Coating
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar For a sweet finish
  • ¼ cup sweetened coconut flakes Alternative for coating

Equipment

  • double boiler
  • sharp knife
  • Food Processor
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop cranberries and pistachios. Set aside in separate bowls.
  2. In a double boiler, combine white chocolate, heavy cream, and butter. Stir constantly over simmering water until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cranberries and pistachios until evenly distributed.
  4. Transfer to a shallow container, smooth the top, and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until firm.
  5. Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Roll each truffle in powdered sugar or coconut flakes for coating.
  7. Serve on a platter and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1truffleCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For variations, substitute pistachios with almonds or hazelnuts, and consider adding flavors like peppermint extract or orange zest.

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