Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles
Indulge in the festive delight of Cranberry Pistachio White Chocolate Truffles, a no-bake treat that combines tart cranberries, crunchy pistachios, and creamy white chocolate into a sweet confectionery masterpiece. These charming bites resemble little snowballs, perfect for holiday gatherings, thoughtful gifts, or an indulgent snack. Easy to make and customizable with various nuts or extracts, these truffles are as fun to create as they are to eat. Impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth with this delightful recipe that captures the spirit of the season!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, melt the butter. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Stir in a pinch of salt and optional extract; set aside.
- Over a double boiler, melt the white chocolate until smooth but not exceeding 105°F.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the butter and cream mixture until well combined.
- Fold in cranberries and pistachios, then cover and let sit at room temperature for one hour before refrigerating for 2-3 hours until firm.
- Scoop out the mixture using a small spoon or melon baller, rolling into one-inch balls.
- Roll each truffle in powdered sugar until well coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg