Decadent Rum Truffles
These Decadent Rum Truffles are rich, boozy, and incredibly smooth. A perfect treat for festive occasions or as a homemade gift for chocolate lovers!
Equipment
- microwave-safe bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Candy scooper or teaspoon
- baking sheet
Ingrediënten
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
- ½ cup rum
- 10 ounces crushed wafers
- 1 cup powdered sugar divided
- 1 cup finely chopped peanuts
Instructies
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until fully melted.
- Stir in the corn syrup and rum, mixing well.
- Add the crushed wafers, ½ cup powdered sugar, and chopped peanuts, stirring until fully combined.
- Refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour until firm.
- Use a candy scooper or teaspoon to scoop small portions and roll them into truffle balls with your hands.
- Roll each truffle in the remaining powdered sugar for a classic finish.
- Place the truffles on a baking sheet and refrigerate again until firm.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
For an extra gourmet touch, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the truffles or roll them in cocoa powder or chopped nuts.Wine Advice:
Pair with a rich Port wine, dark rum, or a creamy Baileys liqueur for a luxurious combination.Nutritional Information
Calories: 140 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 8 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 10 g | Salt: 0.02 g
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