Dark Chocolate Cabernet Truffles

Dark chocolate truffles with a hint of Cabernet Sauvignon make a decadent dessert that complements a glass of wine quite nicely.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 108 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
• 6 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons Cabernet Sauvignon wine

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Combine cream, vanilla extract, and salt together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir wine into cream mixture and remove from heat.

Step 3

Stir semisweet chocolate into cream mixture until completely melted. Stir butter into mixture until incorporated. Pour chocolate mixture into a container, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours.

Step 4

Scoop the chocolate mixture using a teaspoon or a melon baller and shape into 1-inch balls. Place balls on the prepared baking sheets and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Remove from refrigerator and roll balls in cocoa powder to coat.